Why Honor Culture Might Hurt Mental Health

Turns out, living in a place where reputation and self-reliance are everything (think Southern and Western states) could actually make you more likely to feel depressed or have suicidal thoughts. A new study found that these 'honor cultures' put a ton of pressure on people—especially non-Hispanic Whites—to be tough and never ask for help, which can seriously mess with your mental health. Makes you wonder how much our environment shapes what we feel, right? #Health #MentalHealth #CultureMatters