Living With Depression: 10 Lessons About Stigma, Therapy, Medication, and Finding Hope
Giving Voice to Depression: Real Stories & Expert Support for Depression and Mental HealthShow Notes
Why do so many people wait years before asking for help with depression? For award-winning television journalist Ted Perry, the answer was simple: stigma. In this candid conversation, Ted shares why he kept his depression hidden for years, how grief after his father's death intensified his symptoms, and why finally accepting therapy and antidepressant medication changed his life. He also reflects on the relationships depression affected, the shame that kept him silent, and the hope that ultim...
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