In the Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" Hannah Baker gives 13 reasons why she felt she needed to die. Students at Oxford High School are changing the game.
13 Things I Wish I Could Tell Hannah Baker
There are more than "13 Reasons Why" she deserved to hear these words.
“Why Is Dad So Mad?”—Veteran Creates Unique Way to Discuss PTSD With His Daughter
After discovering what PTSD was, and learning further that he was suffering from it, retired Army veteran Seth Kastle was in search of a way to talk about it with his young kids.
“Postpartum Depression Does Not Discriminate”—Chrissy Teigen Opens Up About Battle With PPD & Anxiety
"I didn't think it could happen to me. I have a great life. I have all the help I could need."
If Physical Health Problems Were Treated Like Mental Health Problems
Imagine what would happen if we treated physical illness the way we treat mental illness. People would be walking around with broken bones, serious cases of the flu, and no hope for improvement or healing.
Mom Pens Heartfelt Letter About Postpartum Tattoo: “It’s Me Surviving”
"That’s me. That’s me, and that little baby represents my children. And that shield is everything I have chosen to do to protect myself."
The Story Behind Semicolon Tattoos—They Aren’t a Trend; They’re a Symbol of a Silent Fight
Hope begins in the midst of despair.
Teen Comes Up With a Brilliant Way to Tackle Depression & Prevent Self-Harm
“No matter how bad everything may be, it’s not worth physically hurting yourself.”
The Fog of Grief During the Holidays: 9 Tips to Get You Through the Season
Society sends us the message that we are supposed to be joyful, and that the holidays are a time for celebration and connecting with people we love. But all we know is that we feel worse than ever.
It’s Okay to Have Depression AND Have Jesus
It’s silly to think that we can just make depression go away. It’s not a pimple on your forehead that will disappear with a poke of the fingers. It’s rooted deep in our bones and causes more damage than a measly pimple.
The Secret Life of a Suicidal Christian
"Suicidal" and "depressed" seem to be the ugliest use of profanity in the Christian world.
Teen Shares Selfies to Prove You Don’t Have to ‘Look Depressed’ to Have Depression
"This is what my illness does to me. Just because you can't see it, doesn't mean it's not there."
What It’s Like to Be in Love When You Have Depression
"This intense love is frightening, because every day, I fear that one more thing will push him over the edge."
4 Tips for Facing Depression During the Holidays
Even if you struggle to find joy in the Christmas season, there IS joy to be found in the gift of Jesus Christ. If that’s the only place you find it, then you’re doing alright.
The Year That Followed My Suicide Attempt
One year ago today, I wasn’t the same person. I was an empty shell that barely even went through the motions. I wasn’t living. I was just there. One year ago today, I made a choice. I made a choice to live for the days I had missed and all the days that were to come. 365 days. 52 weeks. 12 months. 1 year. 1 year ago.
These Survivors Wrote Their Way Out of Trauma, and Their Words Will Take Your Breath Away
"Hate will always fall victim to love."
5 Common Misconceptions About Depression
Society seems to believe they know what depression is. They stigmatize it and make it impossible for others without depression to understand. Here are 5 common misconceptions about depression.
On the Days Depression Makes You Feel Nothing at All
"I’m not being lazy. I just don’t see the point."
