“Through that process I found out there is a humungous community of people suffering here in my own backyard.” Today Maddie Jenkins is a thriving 17-year-old, but three years ago she was struggling–the Virginia native attempted suicide twice within 18 months. “When you’re suffering from something that could be the smallest bit of loneliness or… Continue reading Mom & Daughter Pair Teens with Mentors to Support Mental Health
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Jar Jar Binks Actor Reveals How "Star Wars" Backlash Affected His Mental Health
Ahmed Best made a surprising revelation on Twitter about how the Star Wars fandom’s response to his character led him to a dark place emotionally. When The Phantom Menace—the long-awaited Star Wars prequel—was released in 1999, a lot of fans were very disappointed, to say the least. And part of that disappointment was unleashed on… Continue reading Jar Jar Binks Actor Reveals How "Star Wars" Backlash Affected His Mental Health
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
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
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
When You're Too Depressed to "Reach Out"
How is it that we’ve all been conditioned to place the burden of action on the one with the mental condition that literally robs us of the ability to act? Kate Spade. And now Anthony Bourdain. I’m afraid for the next headline. I’m sad for those we lose daily who will never be mourned by… Continue reading When You're Too Depressed to "Reach Out"
Dear Val Kilmer, Anthony Bourdain Did Love Us
Suicide is not about someone wanting to leave their family. It is about them being in so much pain they felt they could not stay. Trigger warning: The following story discusses a the completed suicide of a celebrity and links to potentially triggering articles. Proceed with caution. If you feel you are at risk and… Continue reading Dear Val Kilmer, Anthony Bourdain Did Love Us
Anthony Bourdain Dies At 61
The “original rock star of the culinary world” was a celebrated writer and chef who had conquered heroin addiction and became world famous in his forties. Beloved chef and world-renowned television personality Anthony Bourdain was found dead Friday morning in his hotel in France. He was 61. CNN confirmed that the TV host died by… Continue reading Anthony Bourdain Dies At 61