A group of Glaswegians are taking on a mammoth challenge to help end the stigma around men's mental health.
More than 75 people are taking part in the Tough Mudder 10km challenge this Saturday in the name of Brothers in Arms, Scotland's first dedicated men’s mental health charity.
The vital service was set up in 2017 to provide tailored advice and support to men as young as 14 years old struggling with conditions such as depression and anxiety, as well as other associated issues including loneliness and low self-esteem.
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Founder of the charity, Daniel Proverbs, told Glasgow Live: "We support around 2,500 people every month.
"There are various people who use the service to help loved ones.
"Ultimately we want to reach more users. We want to reach those all across Scotland as well as some of those in the UK. I always knew there was a need for this charity.
"When we first launched there was nothing that was male orientated at the time.
"Since then there are loads that have opened which focus on peer support, and those are absolutely needed. Our strategy was to make sure that something was available to them all the time."
Daniel is delighted that the charity has continued to thrive since it first started operating.
He is pleased to see the number of people that are backing their efforts not only in Glasgow but throughout the country.
The founder said: "You never know if something is going to work when you set it up.
"So when 75 young people engage with us and are willing to help it is amazing.
"The money is important but what is far more important is the message. It's important that they understand it and that they want to deliver it to those close to them.
"They are helping normalise that message. It is now becoming easier for people to speak about their mental health.
"We couldn't exist without the support of the people in Scotland."
As for the upcoming challenge on Saturday, the charity believe it is an opportunity not only to raise cash but also to continue raising awareness and break the stigma surrounding men's mental health.
Daniel said: "The Tough Mudder event is really important for us.
"The funds being raised are going to be used and needed but I think more importantly the people getting involved are our demographic, 18 to 35.
"It means that we are reaching that core demographic we want to help with our services. Each of the people taking part have all been updating people on their social media platforms.
"Each one of them is helping us reach more people."
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