Why It Matters

A Safe Space for Men to Heal, Be Seen, and Feel Enough

DoesSizeMatter.org is a global refuge for men facing shame, silence, and self-doubt. We’re breaking the stigma and offering truth, support, and community.

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🚨 The Urgent Truth: Men and Suicide Suicide is one of the **leading causes of death for men worldwide**. According to the [World Health Organization](https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/suicide), over **700,000 people die by suicide every year**, and **men account for nearly 75%** of those deaths. 🔹 Global Statistics: – **Canada**: Men make up **75–80%** of all suicide deaths ([CMHA](https://cmha.ca)). – **United States**: Men die by suicide **3.9 times more often** than women ([CDC](https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/facts/index.html)). – **UK**: Suicide is the **#1 cause of death for men under 50** ([Samaritans UK](https://www.samaritans.org)). – **Australia**: **75%** of suicide deaths are male ([Beyond Blue](https://www.beyondblue.org.au)). – **Russia & Eastern Europe**: Men die by suicide at **up to 6x** the rate of women ([WHO](https://www.who.int)). 📉 Why This Happens: – Stigma around male vulnerability – Untreated mental health issues – Body image shame and sexual insecurity – Pressure to be “strong” and suppress emotion – Isolation, relationship breakdowns, and financial stress DSM exists to **break that silence** — and offer men hope, support, and a safe place to feel enough. 🌍 A Global Bridge of Healing **DoesSizeMatter.org** isn’t just a Western platform — it’s a global mission. In many parts of the world, men have **no access** to support, or even the language to express pain. We believe: – Every man, in any culture, deserves a place to be heard – Shame should not be a global passport – Hope is a universal right 🌐 Coming Soon: – Anonymous multilingual surveys for men worldwide – A digital support volunteer network in underrepresented countries – Translators and cultural allies to make healing inclusive We’re building more than a website — we’re building a movement. 🙌 A Safe Bridge for Healing We bring together: – **Real stories** from men who’ve felt unseen – **Expert insights** on male body image and mental health – **Support tools** for healing and confidence We are building a **global network of empathy** — not just for men, but for the people who love them: mothers, sisters, partners, friends, and allies. Let’s build a future where no man suffers in silence. 📌 [Join the mission](/donate) or [share your story](/submit-your-story). *You are not alone. And yes, it matters.* 📝 Submit Your Story Have you ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or alone? Sharing your story could help another man find light in his darkest moment. Every experience matters — yours included.

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🧠 Mental Health & Body Image Resources No man should walk alone. Whether you’re in crisis or just need tools to cope, the resources below are a starting point. ### 📞 Crisis Lines – **Canada**: [Talk Suicide Canada – 1-833-456-4566](https://talksuicide.ca) – **USA**: [National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 988](https://988lifeline.org) – **UK**: [Samaritans – 116 123](https://samaritans.org) – **Australia**: [Lifeline – 13 11 14](https://lifeline.org.au) 🧠 Mental Health Organizations – [HeadsUpGuys.org](https://headsupguys.org) – Depression support for men – [CMHA](https://cmha.ca) – Canadian Mental Health Association – [NAMI](https://nami.org) – US National Alliance on Mental Illness 📘 Trusted Guides & Articles – [Body image and male mental health (CMHA)](https://cmha.ca/blogs/men-body-image) – [Porn and Perception: The Male Body Gap (DSM)](/blog/porn-and-body-image) – [Your Worth Is Not Your Size (DSM)](/blog/your-worth) Together, we can educate, equip, and uplift men around the world. 📌 [Return to Home]