Family Stories

Xavier and Cory — Depression in the Family

Xavier and Cory know the crippling pain of losing a child to suicide. Both have…

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Hope — From Mental Health Diagnosis to Maintaining Wellness

As you read Kurt’s story, consider what activities give your family hope. Has goal setting…

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Coping with Stress and Depression Through Faith and Family Support

By Lisa Gilliam, September 12, 2017 Job stress led me to a point in my…

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Self-discovery — From Mental Health Diagnosis to Maintaining Wellness

By Kurt Morris, July 28, 2017 When I was diagnosed with Bipolar II disorder in…

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Chris, 45, dysthymia, and wife, Jill

A rough start in life Growing up, Chris saw substance abuse and mood disorders on…

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Lyn

Lyn’s first experience with major depression came when she was a single mother of three…

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David Guterson and wife, Robin

Novelist David Guterson has had many successes in life. His bestselling 1994 book, “Snow Falling…

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Jenny

I’m a 32-year-old teacher and I live with my partner and two young children. I discovered…

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Vivian

Depression has been part of my family for most of my life. I lost both…

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Greg Stiemsma

Greg Stiemsma grew up in Wisconsin where his skill and commanding 6’11’’ stature made him…

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