The Challenge Of Self Forgiveness After A Suicide Attempt
By Giving Voice to Depression on July 17, 2018
How do you forgive yourself for a suicide attempt? Is it the first step to recovery? Is it a necessary step? Is it even possible? This episode’s guest, John, shares that self-forgiveness is the major,…
Depression and Manhood (Roro Asmar)
By Giving Voice to Depression on July 10, 2018
Men, programmed from childhood to be “tough,” and not to feel, name or express emotions, never to cry and to “man up,” are all-too-often reluctant to seek needed help and support for their depression….
Genetic Testing For Personalized Depression Meds
By Giving Voice to Depression on July 6, 2018
Finding the right medication to treat depression can be frustrating at best, and dangerous at worst. The trial-and-error method now used, complete with 6-12 week waiting periods to see if an Rx works, then weaning…
A Suicide-Attempt Survivor’s Story Of Hope (Mark Henick)
By Giving Voice to Depression on June 26, 2018
It can be so, so hard when you are in depression’s darkness to believe anyone who says “it passes,” “it will get better,” or even “you are loved and needed.” Mark Henick, a suicide-attempt survivor…
Suicide – Myths And Misconceptions (Mark Henick)
By Giving Voice to Depression on June 20, 2018
A suicide-attempt survivor and internationally-recognized mental-health advocate sets the record straight about several common misconceptions about suicide including the idea people attempt “for attention” and that suicide occurs “out of the blue, with no warning.”…
Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Dr. John Draper)
By Giving Voice to Depression on June 13, 2018
Recent back-to-back celebrity suicides have put the topic in the headlines. But for many, the thought is there regularly. Help is, too! The vast majority of people who consider suicide get through the crisis period…
HOW TO Reach Out- Part Two (Sam Dylan Finch)
By Giving Voice to Depression on June 5, 2018
Depression is too dark and heavy to face alone. So we’re told to “reach out for help.” But HOW? What words do we use, especially when we might not have the energy or the insight…
HOW TO Reach Out- Part One (Sam Dylan Finch)
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 29, 2018
Depression is too dark and heavy to face alone. So we’re told to “reach out for help.” But HOW? What words do we use, especially when we might not have the energy or the insight…
Season Two In Review (Re – Broadcast)
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 22, 2018
(We’re putting the finishing touches on 10 fresh episodes for a new season starting 5.29.18) Today’s episode is a re-broadcast of a review of the second season of the Giving Voice to Depression podcast. Our…
Season One In Review (Re – Broadcast)
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 15, 2018
(We are taking a 2-week break to produce episodes for our fifth season.) Today’s episode is a re-broadcast of a review of the very first season of the Giving Voice to Depression podcast. Our…
Season Four In Review
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 8, 2018
Podcast co-hosts Bridget and Terry look back at the intimate, hopeful, informative stories and information shared in Season Four, and highlight some of the lessons that impacted and stuck with them. If any of the…
Living Proof that Reaching Out Saves Lives (Travis Pipes)
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 1, 2018
Travis not only had suicidal thoughts, he had a plan. In one last desperate attempt, he phoned a stranger for help. As a result, his plan changed to one of treatment and recovery. Travis shares…
Off the Sidelines- Ripple Report Four (Ted Perry)
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 24, 2018
After profiling Giving Voice to Depression for a television news feature, a news anchor/reporter felt compelled to “come off the sidelines” and share his own experience of depression publicly for the first time. Link…
Creativity As A Path Out Of Depression’s Fog (Matt Steady)
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 20, 2018
One of the dangers of not talking about mental health challenges, is that people may not identify their struggles as an illness and so not reach out for help and support. Matt, who did not…
Loving and Supporting Someone with Mental-Health Challenges
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 10, 2018
Rebecca Lombardo fights a battle inside her mind every single day. But she doesn’t fight it alone. Listen as a Detroit-area couple shares the lessons learned in their 17-year marriage; lessons about communication, boundaries, love,…
Lessons Learned from Depression (Tom Wavre)
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 3, 2018
While we would all prefer to learn life lessons from much gentler teachers, depression can reveal things that are good to know. Tom Wavre, an advocate for mental health in the workplace and the founder…
Depression: The Curse of the Strong (Dr. Tim Cantopher)
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 27, 2018
A psychiatrist who has treated more than 3,000 people with depression, says it’s time to re-frame how we characterize, treat and view people with depression. The current way is not only stigmatizing and potentially dangerous,…
The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Depression; One Family’s Story
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 20, 2018
We think of depression as an illness that commonly “strikes” in teen years. But for many young children, it starts much earlier. Nicholas began having suicidal thoughts at eight. At 13, he is sharing his…
Treating the Causes vs. the Symptoms of Depression (Dr. James Greenblatt)
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 14, 2018
A pioneer in integrative medicine and psychiatry says we need to look beyond meds to all available tools when treating depression; and that certain tests (blood, urine, hair, etc.) can uncover underlying causes.
Depression 101+
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 6, 2018
A clinical psychologist outlines the signs of depression, what we should do if we recognize them, AND how we can help and support other people who are struggling, including advice and the language to use…
Season Three in Review
By Giving Voice to Depression on February 6, 2018
As we wrap up our third season, we thank everyone who has come forward to share their experience with depression, as well as the Charles E. Kubly Foundation for its sponsorship and our first grant!…
Depression; A Couple’s Perspective
By Giving Voice to Depression on January 30, 2018
Depression affects more than the people who live with it. In this episode, a young couple talks about their experience with the illness; one as a person who lives with it, and the other as…
Ripple Report Three; The Tribe Theater Company
By Giving Voice to Depression on January 23, 2018
This episode started with am email from Lindsey with The Tribe ensemble theater, saying that hearing the stories shared on Giving Voice to Depression has helped her both personally and professionally. Out of respect to…
Don’t Ignore The Signs Of Childhood Depression (Sally)
By Giving Voice to Depression on January 16, 2018
An adult– who was that undiagnosed depressed child– looks back on a lifetime of depression and urges parents, teachers and society as a whole to tune-in and step-in if a child in your life…
Starting The Conversation (Comedian Frank King)
By Giving Voice to Depression on January 9, 2018
A stand-up comedian and former writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno discusses depression with perspective, candor and humor. What’s funny about depression? Nothing! But people with depression can be funny, because depression is…
The Gift Of Listening
By Giving Voice to Depression on January 2, 2018
A crisis-line supervisor discusses about the power of listening, helping people find their own path to wellness, and offering hope.
Depression, The Holidays And Scrooge
By Giving Voice to Depression on December 19, 2017
A look at Scrooge through a therapist’s compassionate lens, some advice on not getting caught up in Holiday Expectations, and “the best and kindest thing” you can do this time of year for someone in…
Black Mental Health Matters
By Giving Voice to Depression on December 12, 2017
A mental-health professional discusses how cultural beliefs and stigma prevented him from getting help for his depression for years. He now takes his empowering message to schools and conferences because, like all mental health, Black…
Building Your Recovery; Brick By Brick
By Giving Voice to Depression on December 5, 2017
Brent Williams shares his journey through depression and anxiety, offering practical suggestions and insights on ways to manage oneself while walking through the darkness of mental illness.
“College Depression” (Justin)
By Giving Voice to Depression on November 28, 2017
A college student shares the story of his struggle with depression and how, with the help of his parents and a network of friends he once denied having, he has learned to manage his illness…
A Unique Perspective (Kevin Briggs)
By Giving Voice to Depression on November 21, 2017
You don’t have to experience depression yourself to be able to offer support to those who do. But it sure doesn’t hurt. Kevin is a suicide-loss survivor, a person living with depression, and someone who…
The Power Of Compassion- Part Two
By Giving Voice to Depression on November 14, 2017
Six years after their chance, life-saving meeting on a bridge, In part two of “The Power of Compassion,” Jonny and Neil reunite. They are now partners in mental-health advocacy, sharing their message of hope and…
The Power of Empathy- Part One
By Giving Voice to Depression on November 7, 2017
The Bridge: A powerful story of a man who had given up hope, and a stranger who took the time to give him some. At Giving Voice to Depression, we often say it’s our…
Season Two In Review
By Giving Voice to Depression on October 31, 2017
Podcast co-hosts Bridget and Terry look back at lessons they learned from the many people who shared their stories and expertise in the the episodes of season two.
Teen Depression And Suicide; Not Alone- Part 2
By Giving Voice to Depression on September 26, 2017
We continue our look at teen depression via the outstanding documentary Not Alone — using excerpts from the film and interviews with its directors. This episode focuses on social media’s affect on mental health. …
Teen Depression And Suicide; Not Alone- Part 1
By Giving Voice to Depression on September 19, 2017
A teenager, who lost a friend to suicide, interviews other teens in the documentary Not Alone to try to understand their struggles with depression and thoughts of suicide. Giving Voice to Depression was given…
Suicide Prevention; Part Two
By Giving Voice to Depression on September 12, 2017
In part two of our Suicide Prevention series, Dr. Barbara Moser gives us the language and some practical tips for how to have the difficult but necessary conversations with someone you care about who…
Suicide Prevention; Part One
By Giving Voice to Depression on September 6, 2017
We often hear that suicide is preventable. But what does that really mean? What do we need to know and understand to be able to help someone through a suicidal crisis? Dr. Barbara Moser,…
Research Underway To Personalize Depression Treatment (Dr. Madhukar Tridedi)
By Giving Voice to Depression on August 29, 2017
A leading depression researcher, studying a finger-prick blood test that could determine which depression medication(s) would work best for your specific biology, shares his findings with Giving Voice to Depression. http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/news-releases/year-2017/mar/biomarkers-trivedi.html
Depression in the Elderly
By Giving Voice to Depression on August 22, 2017
A 93-year-old woman, who is not sure if she is clinically depressed or if she just finds the end of life depressing, shares her story and a message for the children and grandchildren of seniors.
This is Her Brave
By Giving Voice to Depression on August 15, 2017
A mental health advocate shares her story that includes four involuntary hospitalizations, a period of anonymous blogging, and the life-changing decision to stop hiding her struggles. Her bravery has inspired others to share their…
Self Help (Duff The Psych)
By Giving Voice to Depression on August 8, 2017
A psychologist and author, whose specialty is taking complex psychological issues and breaking them down into plain language, offers some techniques to help manage depression. Duff the Psych’s website: http://www.duffthepsych.com/
Offering And Asking For Support (Ben)
By Giving Voice to Depression on August 1, 2017
It helps to be able to talk about your experience with depression, and the ways someone can support you when you’re really “in it.” But timing is everything. Ben shares his story, and some really…
Depression Lies (Terry)
By Giving Voice to Depression on July 25, 2017
Podcast co-host Terry gives voice to her struggles, reminds us why we should not believe the lies depression spews, and offers a message of hope and recovery.
Perfectly Hidden Depression (Dr. Margaret Rutherford)
By Giving Voice to Depression on July 19, 2017
A clinical psychologist reminds us that not everyone who is depressed looks or acts depressed; and the fact that hidden pain and shame still affect us. Dr. Margaret’s website: http://drmargaretrutherford.com/
Fighting Stigma- Stories Vs. Education (Patrick Corrigan, PsyD)
By Giving Voice to Depression on July 11, 2017
A leading mental illness stigma researcher reveals what does — and what does not work in fighting stigma.
Identifying and Managing Depression (Liz)
By Giving Voice to Depression on July 4, 2017
Liz describes the different types of depressions she has had, and talks about how caring friends can help each other identify and manage depression.
Ripple Report 2 (Patrick)
By Giving Voice to Depression on June 27, 2017
A clinical social worker, impacted by our last podcast (“Ask a Different Question”) and the article we discussed in it, says he’s approaching his work differently and that clients are benefiting.
Ask A Different Question
By Giving Voice to Depression on June 20, 2017
When speaking to someone (including yourself) with depression, there are questions that assess risk, and others that start discussions and promote understanding. Learn the difference. In this just-posted episode of Giving Voice to Depression, we…
Season One In Review
By Giving Voice to Depression on June 1, 2017
As we wrap up our first season, we thank everyone who has come forward to share their experience with depression. In this review, we summarize and feature highlights from each of the episodes. If one…
“Antepartum, Anti-stigma and Antidotes.” (Isabelle)
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 25, 2017
A new mother speaks candidly about depression, pregnancy, and the lessons she’s learned from both. Her message is for everyone trying to understand and manage depression.
How are you… for real?
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 16, 2017
Lisa, a new mother gets real about insecurity, anxiety and postpartum depression, and challenges other new parents to do the same. Here is a link to The Edinburgh Post Natal Depression Scale (EPDS) we mentioned in the…
“No B.S. Allowed” (Sarah)
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 10, 2017
Sarah exposes the cunning way depression talks to us and the dark conclusions it causes us to make. She also warns us to be aware that certain birth-control methods can play into the depression equation.
Depressed vs. Sad
By Giving Voice to Depression on May 2, 2017
Giving Voice to Depression gets one question more than all others: What’s the difference between depressed and sad? Three experts lead the discussion. “I like to think of depression as a parasite, because it does all…
“Depression, Business, & Royalty”
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 27, 2017
A man on a mission to break the stigma of depression and anxiety in the workplace. We have to start discussing, reacting to and treating mental illness like any other physical illness. Our brain is…
“A Unique Grief” (Mettie)
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 18, 2017
Mettie shares her story of loss to suicide, and the ways in which that grief is different from others.
A Father’s Story (Abe)
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 11, 2017
A father shares about his teenage daughter’s suicide.
“Survivor” (Steve)
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 4, 2017
A pastor shares the lessons he has learned as a suicide-attempt survivor.
Ripple Report No. 1 (Nina)
By Giving Voice to Depression on April 1, 2017
“Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into water, the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects.” ~ Dalai Lama Giving Voice to Depression will release Ripple Reports when we learn…
Stigma – Part 3: “Benefits of Reducing”
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 28, 2017
In the final episode in our stigma series, we explore the benefits of reducing the stigma around depression. This is not our dream. It is our mission.
Stigma – Part 2: “Consequences & Dangers”
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 21, 2017
In the second of our 3-part series, we hear from people who confirm they feel the need to hide their depression, many waiting dangerously long to get needed help.
Stigma – Part 1: “It’s Real”
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 14, 2017
In the first of a 3-part series, we hear from people with depression who confirm that Stigma is not only a reality, but one of the greatest barriers to effective treatment and recovery.
“Empathy Exhaustion” (Adele)
By Giving Voice to Depression on March 7, 2017
You do not have to have depression yourself to be deeply affected by it. Adele, the wife and mother of depression sufferers knows that first hand.
“Rx Caution” (Bridget)
By Giving Voice to Depression on February 28, 2017
Bridget, the co-host of Giving Voice to Depression, shares her recent experience starting a new antidepressant, and reminds us the warnings about possible suicidal thoughts are there for a reason.
“Family Secrets” (Jose)
By Giving Voice to Depression on February 21, 2017
Jose reminds us that it’s important to know your family’s medical history– including mental health issues.