“You should just kill yourself.” I thought that if people thought the messages I was saying to myself were coming from other people, they would be more willing to help me out. Trigger warning: The following story discusses self-harm. What happens when social media becomes the weapon of choice for self-harm; when the cyberbully is… Continue reading When Teens Hurt Themselves…Online
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Korn's Jonathan Davis Talks Addiction: "Benzos Are The Devil"
“I’ve dealt with anxiety for a long-ass time. I got prescribed Xanax, benzodiazepine, a long time ago. Benzos are the f—ing devil. They’re horrible drugs.” Jonathan Davis, the frontman of the metal band Korn, puts his struggles with drugs and anxiety front and center in a song on his debut solo album, Black Labyrinth. In… Continue reading Korn's Jonathan Davis Talks Addiction: "Benzos Are The Devil"
Mental Health A Bigger Issue For Teens Than Drug Use, Survey Says
According to a new survey, the number of teens experiencing more hopelessness, sadness and suicidal ideation is on the rise. This week the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released the 2017 National Youth Risk Behavior Survey. The self-reported data of 4 million teens showed that the demographic is engaging in less sex and less… Continue reading Mental Health A Bigger Issue For Teens Than Drug Use, Survey Says
"I: The Series" Exposes the Underside of Trauma and Healing
We Q&A with filmmaker Mary Beth Eversole on trauma, the inspirations for her new series, and the challenges of making an indie film. Mary Beth Eversole is the creator and executive producer of I: The Series, in pre-production. The short film series explores the damage of trauma—from ordinary events to major catastrophes—and its impact on… Continue reading "I: The Series" Exposes the Underside of Trauma and Healing
Chef David Chang Talks Mental Health, Anthony Bourdain
“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
"Gaming Disorder" Officially Recognized As Mental Health Condition
The World Health Organization decided to classify the condition so more health care professionals would be “alerted to its existence.” The World Health Organization just added “gaming disorder” to its official International Classification of Diseases (ICD). Gaming disorder was officially added to the 11th edition of the ICD, released Monday. While health care professionals are… Continue reading "Gaming Disorder" Officially Recognized As Mental Health Condition
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