Regina King Loses Her Son to Suicide: What It Means for Us Black Moms
By Valerie Cordero, Co-Executive Director, Families for Depression Awareness Photo: Ian Alexander, Jr. and mom,…
Learning To Talk About Depression: Gwen’s Story
My husband has lived with depression since he was a teenager. I knew this about…
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Caregiver Myths Debunked: Caregiving to Someone Living with Depression or Bipolar Disorder
Who is a “caregiver” and what does the role really entail? We’re debunking three common…
Love and Support from the Drive-Thru: How Fast Food Helped My Family Connect Through My Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
By Brad Brennan, FFDA Volunteer I have a heavily-guarded secret that I only reveal to…
What If I Say the Wrong Thing? Caregiver Tips for Supporting a Loved one with Depression
Communicating is hard, depression makes it harder. During our “What If I Say the Wrong…
Breaking Through Depression: 4 Tips for Strengthening Communication with Your Teen
Adolescence is often a confusing time for both our young people and their caregivers. It…
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Simone Biles Proves the Importance of Mental Health
Early last week, the most decorated American gymnast, Simone Biles, pulled out of both the…
Unique Challenges for Black Individuals with Mental Health Conditions
By Khristine Heflin, LCSW-C According to a 2018 survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration…
Is it Time to Find a New Therapist for Your Teenager? Five Questions to Answer
Mental health counseling is a crucial part of treating mood disorders, so a therapist-client relationship…