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July 22, 2021

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…

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May 30, 2019

A Message for Families from an Attempt Survivor: Danielle’s Story

When I woke up in the hospital in June of 2018, I promised myself that…

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February 28, 2019

Steve’s Story: Breaking the Family Legacy of Untreated Depression

By Dawna Roberts Steve is the youngest of six kids. The entire family experienced abuse…

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September 27, 2017

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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Chris and Jill
March 27, 2017

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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May 26, 2016

Lyn

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

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May 26, 2016

Doris

People may assume a famous name and wealth guarantee a ticket to Easy Street. But…

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May 26, 2016

Terry and Peter

It was just weeks before Terry and Peter’s wedding that Peter was diagnosed with Lou…

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