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#70 - So äußern sich Depressionen bei Männern | Prof. Dr. Siegfried Kaspar bei Männergesundheit
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#70 - How depression manifests in men | Prof. Dr. Siegfried Kaspar at Men's Health

Dr. Jonathan Apasu

Testosteron Experte von Adon Health

Depression in men is often overlooked. Not because it's less common, but because it manifests differently. Professor Dr. Siegfried Kasper, one of the world's most renowned psychiatrists, explains in conversation with Dr. Jonathan Apasu how to recognize, address, and effectively treat male depression. Instead of "sadness," men often experience irritability, anger, and rage—which is precisely what leads to misdiagnoses in practice.

Topics in this episode:

  • Recognizing male depression: Irritability, anger outbursts & “restless hyperactivity”

  • Diagnostics in practice: Why men come with physical complaints (headache, pressure on the chest, sweating)

  • ICD-10/ICD-11 & Criticism of "mild/moderate/severe"

  • Meaningful blood tests: checking the thyroid, classifying testosterone levels, and which "brain tests" are a waste of money.

  • Strengthening resilience: sleep patterns, social relationships & the pitfalls of alcohol

  • Language that works: Why you shouldn't start with "depression" and "antidepressants" when dealing with men.

  • Therapy that helps: Select appropriate medication and psychotherapy (logotherapy, CBT), TMS & esketamine as options

  • Suicide prevention: Higher risk in men, especially in old age, and clear warning signs

If you want to understand what depression in men is really like and what can help immediately, listen in and share the episode with someone who should hear it. 🎧

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