The male brain is more susceptible to stressrelated disorders from "summary" of The Male Brain by Louann Brizendine, MD
Men, it seems, have a particular vulnerability when it comes to stress-related disorders. This may come as a surprise to some, given the traditional view that men are supposed to be strong and stoic in the face of adversity. But the truth is that the male brain is wired in such a way that it is more prone to certain types of stress-related illnesses. One reason for this susceptibility lies in the way that men process stress. When faced with a stressful situation, the male brain tends to respond with a fight-or-flight reaction. This means that men are more likely to either confront the source of their stress head-on or simply run away from it. While this response can be useful in some situations, it can also be detrimental when it comes to dealing with chronic stress. Another factor that contrib...
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