The Effects of Media on Men's Health

1. Introduction

1.1. Brief Overview of Topic

1.2. Thesis -The polarized portrayal of men in media enforces problematic social norms and causes emotional and psychological strain amongst boys and men.

2. Paragraph 1 - Portrayal of Men in Media

2.1. Emphasized traits and qualities

2.1.1. Muscular

2.1.2. Hardworking

2.2. Emotionless

2.3. No signs of weakness

3. Paragraph 2 - Public Perceptions of Mental Ilness

3.1. Men Report Lower levels of Depression

3.2. Men seek help for depression less

4. Paragraph 3 - Mental/Physical Effects

4.1. Depression

4.2. Suicide

4.3. Self-Harm

5. Paragraph 4 - Problematic Social Norms

5.1. Traditional Masculinity

5.2. Lack of Emotion

6. Conclusion

6.1. Restate Thesis

6.2. Summarize Primary points throughout Essay

6.3. Concluding thoughts / concluding statement