“Sometimes I don’t even realize I am in a state of depression because it’s gotten so clever as to how I can’t even recognize it… Every day is a battle.” Chef David Chang dedicated the newest episode of his podcast The Dave Chang Show to honor the late Anthony Bourdain. The New York City chef, the host… Continue reading Chef David Chang Talks Mental Health, Anthony Bourdain
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Shame, Alcoholism, Stigma, and Suicide
In addiction treatment circles, conventional wisdom suggests we have to let people hit rock bottom before we can help them. But what happens if rock bottom is dying from suicide? Historical records as far back as ancient Athens have the underpinnings of the stigmatization of suicide. In 360 BCE, Plato wrote that those who died… Continue reading Shame, Alcoholism, Stigma, and Suicide
Seth Meyers: More Celebrities Should Speak Out About Depression
“We’d be better off if more successful people were honest and shared the fact that depression is something that chases you no matter what your status is.” Seth Meyers recently appeared on The Van Jones Show where he talked about the difficulties he faced when he debuted on Saturday Night Live and why he feels more… Continue reading Seth Meyers: More Celebrities Should Speak Out About Depression
Simon Pegg On Past Drinking Struggles: "I Was Profoundly Unhappy"
The actor recently revealed that a past battle with depression led him to self-medicate with alcohol. English actor and comedian Simon Pegg has had a busy year, appearing in Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi adventure Ready Player One, among others, and gearing up for the release of Mission: Impossible—Fallout. The prolific actor, screenwriter and producer is generally… Continue reading Simon Pegg On Past Drinking Struggles: "I Was Profoundly Unhappy"
David Spade Donates To Mental Health Organization In Kate Spade's Honor
In light of his sister-in-law’s suicide, the comedian has donated $100,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The tragic suicide of fashion designer Kate Spade has led her brother-in-law, comedian David Spade, to donate $100,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in hopes that it will help others who may be dealing with… Continue reading David Spade Donates To Mental Health Organization In Kate Spade's Honor
Over 200 Common Medications May Cause Depression, Study Warns
The researchers described the study as the first to successfully prove that when common drugs are used at the same time, the risk for adverse side effects rises. More than one-third of American adults take medications that might trigger depression and thoughts of suicide, ABC News reported. According to a new study, more than 200… Continue reading Over 200 Common Medications May Cause Depression, Study Warns
New Generation Of Antidepressants On FDA Fast Track
The medications, which are still in development, may be able to help those who have not found success with currently available antidepressants. Pharmaceutical companies are honing in on the potential of ketamine and more to provide fast-acting antidepressant relief, Healthline reports. Two examples are Janssen Pharmaceuticals’ esketamine nasal spray and Allergan’s rapastinel (a different, but… Continue reading New Generation Of Antidepressants On FDA Fast Track
Can Psychedelics Really Help Fight Addiction And Depression?
New research explored whether psychedelics can “rewire the brain” and potentially cure a number of ailments. New research reinforces the idea of psychedelics’ potential to treat depression, substance use disorder and more, according to Science Daily. “People have long assumed that psychedelics are capable of altering neuronal structure, but this is the first study that… Continue reading Can Psychedelics Really Help Fight Addiction And Depression?
Olivia Munn Details Depression & Anxiety Struggles, Urges People To Seek Help
Munn got candid about her past struggles with depression and anxiety on Instagram. In just one week, the passing of designer Kate Spade and chef Anthony Bourdain has reignited the conversation surrounding depression and suicide. And on Thursday, the CDC reported that from 1999 to 2016, the suicide rate in the U.S. increased in “nearly… Continue reading Olivia Munn Details Depression & Anxiety Struggles, Urges People To Seek Help
CDC: US Suicide Rate Has Risen 30% Since 1999
The Centers for Disease Control also found that only half of people who died by suicide had been diagnosed with a mental health issue. A new report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed that suicide rates have risen by 30% across the United States since 1999. The report, released Thursday, made… Continue reading CDC: US Suicide Rate Has Risen 30% Since 1999