Transforming Male Mental Health
Brothers in Arms, a Scottish charity, aims to reduce male suicide. Their mission addresses a challenge affecting families globally.
Approximately 75% of suicides are male. It's the leading cause of death for men under 45. Brothers in Arms seeks to change these numbers.
The charity uses technology to support men's mental health. They fund digital tools and research to enhance mental well-being. Their resources empower individuals to seek help on their terms.
Their self-referring Blethr Platform offers free digital therapy. No doctor referrals needed.
(Please note, they are not a crisis service. For immediate help, contact your GP or Samaritans at 116123.)
Brothers in Arms operates on donations from those touched by male suicide. Their lean structure ensures most funds directly support Scottish men.
The guiding principle is 'Prevention through self-management'. Help is offered before reaching crisis points. Over 2000 men have used their therapy platform. Another 3000 have engaged with their support content.
The mission of Brothers in Arms is transformative. They leverage technology and prevention to improve mental health and reduce suicide rates among men under 45.
For more information about our digital wellbeing tool click the link here: Blethr
Learn more about the strategy behind Blethr and plans for its future: Here
We are not interested in how things are but in how they can be
Mental health support for men in the UK faces significant challenges. Masculinity notions often deter men from seeking help. They fear appearing weak. Societal norms idolize stoic traits, silencing many.
Historically, cultural expectations have trapped men. Society struggles to accept that the strongest can break. Men, like women, can face depression and other issues.
At Brothers in Arms, we empower men to address this crisis. Our strategy focuses on 'Prevention through Self-Management.' We aim to break the myth that seeking therapy contradicts manhood. We offer a safe space for exploration.
In 2018, despite scepticism, we began providing digital tools for anonymous use. Critics doubted we could engage men with mental health. Instead of waiting for men to talk, we provided tools available anytime.
Today, Brothers in Arms offers a confidential, free digital platform. Individuals can manage their emotional well-being through our Blethr service. We are not just another project or charity. We are architects, creating bridges to better mental health with technology.
Suicide claims more male lives under 45 in the UK than any other cause. Our mission aims to change this grim reality. We provide men with digital tools for proactive mental wellbeing. They get a private, confidential space to explore their feelings without judgment. Our digital therapy service is available 24/7. We believe in proactive prevention through self-management.
Brothers in Arms operates on a self-funded model, relying on donations, often from those affected by male suicide. These contributions are both financial and emotional investments. We pledge efficient use of funds to maximize resources for those in need. Our volunteer structure and digital technology keep costs low and benefits high.
Every man deserves a safe space to express himself without fear. Brothers in Arms strives to make this vision a reality for every man in Scotland and beyond.
Brothers in Arms began in 2017 to support men in Scotland. We focused on addressing the high suicide rates among males under 45, a leading cause of death in the UK.
Determined to make a change, under founder Dan Proverbs, with Martin Smith and Rob Booth (website experts), and Duncan Cowles (storyteller and film producer), Brothers in Arms took shape.
With Neil Fogarty's and Ian McLaren Wallace's technical and psychological expertise, we launched Blethr, our men’s mental wellbeing service, in September 2023. We are now developing Blethr Ver 2, set for release in the second half of 2024.
Run by volunteer power, all funds go directly to our support service. Using digital technology, films, and social media, we extend our reach across Scotland. Our goal is to offer support across the UK and beyond.