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1 in 5 adults in the US experience mental illness in a given year.
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Podcast Episode: Call A Friend, Find Out How They’re Doing
During this long stretch of just staying home, we decided to reach out to some friends of THWoD, hear their voices, and find out how they’re holding up. Writer Ana Marie Cox is drawing strength from her sobriety, actor John Ross Bowie is balancing work and fatherhood, and comedian Solomon Georgio has found a soothing new hobby of driving to the airport and then turning around and going home again.
Please visit the American Public Media website to learn more and listen to additional episodes of the podcast.
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mental illness stigma?
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Mental illness stigma comes in many forms. Exclusion, silence, and labeling are just a few. Click below to hear firsthand experiences.
"I was 12 years old when ..."
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"I have had depression since early childhood..."
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"Depression has been a blessing as well..."
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"I have have extreme anxiety, depression and..."
Kate’s Story »
"During my par- time inpatient and part-..."
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"I’ve had SAD since high school in..."
Molly’s Story »
"When I told my sisters my diagnosis..."
Wendy’s Story »
"When I began high school, I started..."
Vic’s Story »
"I’ve been diagnosed with bipolar disorder since..."
Michele’s Story »
"As a student leader, I feel as..."
Chiara’s Story »
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