I'm so sorry you experienced this. I have had the same reactions from people, and the actions you mentioned people take in the first paragraph has been especially hurtful. In addition to whatever you're trying to heal yourself of, you get start to feel broken, as you said. This discourages people even more from seeking help, and people in this mental state need to ask for help, because mental health conditions limit your brain from really thinking straight on how to get the best help.
In regards to your comment about men's suicide rate--this is horrible and believed to be the result of men socially being discouraged by other men from discussing suicide or deep emotional issues (not to blame other men--their response, even though they need to take responsibility for it, is likely shaped by the cultural standards we put on men and women).
The belief, btw, comes from the fact that women actually have a much higher rate of depression than men do, but a much lower suicide rate. Idk if a study was done, but the theory is it's more accepted and expected in strong female friendships to share deep emotional struggles and expect support than it is in strong male friendships.
In regards to your comment about men's suicide rate--this is horrible and believed to be the result of men socially being discouraged by other men from discussing suicide or deep emotional issues (not to blame other men--their response, even though they need to take responsibility for it, is likely shaped by the cultural standards we put on men and women).
The belief, btw, comes from the fact that women actually have a much higher rate of depression than men do, but a much lower suicide rate. Idk if a study was done, but the theory is it's more accepted and expected in strong female friendships to share deep emotional struggles and expect support than it is in strong male friendships.