Giving Voice to Depression: Real Stories & Expert Support for Depression and Mental Health
Episodes
Holiday Depression and Anxiety: Coping With Stress and Protecting Your Mental Health
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for many, they bring stress, grief, financial strain, and worsening dep...
Overcoming Depression: Real Stories of Survival and Mental Health Recovery
30 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Depression can feel relentless—but recovery is possible, even after the darkest moments. In this episode, we share a powerful story of survival, rel...
Depression Recovery Stories: Lessons, Hope, and Mental Health Support
23 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Season Six Review of Giving Voice to Depression, co-hosts Brigitte and Terri reflect on the most powerful moments and lessons shared a...
Depression Symptoms and Signs: How to Recognize, Talk About, and Get Help
16 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Depression affects more than 350 million people worldwide, but too often its symptoms are misunderstood, ignored, or hidden because of stigma. In this...
Preventing a Mental Health Crisis: Early Warning Signs and Steps to Stay Safe
09 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How do you recognize when depression is escalating into a crisis—and what can you do before it reaches that point? In this episode of Giving Voice t...
988 Suicide Hotline: What to Expect When You Call and How It Can Help
02 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you’re in crisis, knowing that help is just three digits away can make all the difference. In this episode, journalist Corinne Purtill shares h...
How to Support Someone with Depression: Why Listening and Empathy Save Lives
25 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Bridget and Terry remind us that suicide prevention and support aren’t just about professionals, ther...
How to Help Someone with Depression: Ways to Support a Loved One Who’s Struggling
18 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When someone you love is living with depression, it’s not always easy to know how to help. Do you step in with advice? Should you just listen? What ...
How to Support Someone with Depression: Practical Tips That Truly Help
11 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When someone you love is struggling with depression, it can be hard to know how to help. Do you offer advice? Do you step back? Do you just listen? In...
Living with Guilt, Depression, and Trauma: Finding Forgiveness and Healing
04 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and deeply moving episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Cindy Kolbe shares her journey through overwhelming guilt, grief, and depres...
Suicide Loss and Healing: Stories of Grief, Recovery, and Saving Lives
28 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Sebastian Slobodin shares his deeply personal journey after losing his father to suicide at ag...
Depression in First Responders: Mental Health Crisis Among Police, Firefighters, and EMTs
21 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
First responders are trained to run toward danger while the rest of us run away. But the weight of constant trauma, danger, and stress takes a toll. I...
How Shared Mental Health Stories Help Fight Depression Stigma and Build Community
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Season 3 of Giving Voice to Depression brought powerful, honest, and deeply human stories about living with and overcoming depression. From moments of...
College Student Mental Health: Coping with Depression, Stress, and Loneliness
07 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
College can be a time of growth and excitement, but for many students, it also brings stress, loneliness, and depression. In this episode, Justin shar...
Men’s Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, and the Truth About Antidepressants
31 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful season review, we revisit the most impactful conversations from Season Five of Giving Voice to Depression. From learning how to ask f...
High-Functioning Depression: Signs, Symptoms, and the Mask People Wear
24 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many people with depression seem fine on the outside—successful, social, and “holding it together.” But behind the mask, they’re struggling. T...
Forgiving Yourself After a Suicide Attempt: Healing Guilt, Shame, and Finding Hope
17 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Forgiving yourself after a suicide attempt can feel impossible, even when loved ones have already offered their compassion and support. In this deeply...
Depression in Men: Mental Health, Suicide Risk, and Rethinking Masculinity
10 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Roro Asmar, a first-generation Lebanese-American chef, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate who op...
Personalized Medicine for Depression: Can Genetic Testing Improve Antidepressant Success?
03 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to find the right antidepressant can feel like an exhausting and hopeless cycle of trial and error. In this episode of Giving Voice to Depr...
Depression Recovery Stories: Coping Skills, Relapse, and Finding Hope After Suicidal Thoughts
26 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Giving Voice to Depression, suicide attempt survivor Mark Henick shares his deeply personal journey through depression, an...
Understanding Suicide: Myths, Warning Signs, and How to Truly Help
19 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, mental health advocate Mark Henick joins us to challenge the most common myths and misconceptions about suicide. Drawing from his liv...
988 Suicide Prevention Hotline: New Phone Number for Mental Health Crisis Lifeline
12 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The launch of the 988 Suicide Prevention Hotline marks a historic step forward in mental health crisis care in the United States. In this episode of G...
How to Ask for Help With Depression: 10 Phrases That Make Reaching Out for Depression Support Easier
05 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Asking for help when you’re struggling with depression can feel overwhelming—sometimes impossible. In this episode, mental health advocate Sam Dyl...
How to Reach Out for Help with Depression When You’re Struggling with Mental Health
29 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Reaching out when you’re struggling with depression can feel nearly impossible. You may not know what to say, what to ask for, or how to begin. In t...
How to Cope With Depression: Key Takeaways and Recovery Tools From Season Two
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What have we learned from a full season of listening to people who live with depression and those who support them?In this special reflection episode,...
Real Stories of Living With Depression, Stigma, and Suicide
15 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Season one of Giving Voice to Depression brought deeply moving, raw, and powerful stories from people who know depression firsthand—and those impact...
Living with Depression: Real Stories, Stigma, and Mental Health Recovery Insights
08 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Season Four of Giving Voice to Depression brought together powerful stories of lived experience, resilience, and hope. In this reflective episode, co-...
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: How Reaching Out Saves Lives
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Travis Pipes shares the story of how reaching out for help at his darkest moment saved his life. Strugg...
Depression Recovery Stories: TV Anchor Ted Perry on Stigma, Therapy, and Finding Hope Again
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Milwaukee TV anchor Ted Perry shares his personal story of living with depression, breaking years of si...
Overcoming Depression with Art and Music: A Journey of Hope
17 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, musician Matt Steady opens up about his first experience with depression, how he spent years in the fog...
Supporting a Partner with Mental Illness: Love, Communication, and Resilience
10 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode, we hear from Becca, who lives with bipolar disorder, and her husband Joe, who has been her partner and primary support for ...
What Depression Taught Me: Life Lessons, Resilience, and Hope for Recovery
03 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Depression is devastating—but it can also change the way we see ourselves and the world. In this episode, UK mental health advocate Tom Wavre shares...
High Achievers and Depression: The Hidden Link — Insights from a Psychiatrist
27 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many people wrongly associate depression with weakness—but psychiatrist Dr. Tim Cantopher argues the opposite. In this episode, he shares insights f...
Childhood Trauma and Depression: A Family’s Story of Struggle and Healing
20 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Childhood is often seen as carefree, but for some children, trauma and depression shatter that innocence far too soon. In this deeply personal episode...
Depression Treatment Breakthroughs: Vitamin Deficiencies, Gut Health, and Holistic Psychiatry
13 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When depression doesn’t respond to standard treatment, it can feel hopeless. But today’s conversation with Dr. James Greenblatt, a pioneer in inte...
Depression Symptoms Explained: How to Recognize, Support, and Find Treatment
06 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Depression is more than sadness—it affects mood, energy, sleep, concentration, and even physical health. In this episode, psychologist Dr. Anita San...
Depression Help That Works: Mindfulness, Motivation, and Self-Help Strategies
27 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Depression can make even the smallest tasks feel impossible. In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Dr. Robert Duff—known to many as Duff th...
How to Talk About Suicide: Prevention Tips, Warning Signs, and Support Strategies
20 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Conversations about suicide are hard, but they can also be life-saving. In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, hosts Bridget and Terry continu...
How to Prevent Suicide: Recognizing the Signs and Offering Support
13 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, yet conversations about it remain silenced by stigma. In this episode of Giving Voice to Depr...
Talking About Depression: Real Stories of Recovery, Resilience, and Support
06 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Season 3 of Giving Voice to Depression brought some of the most powerful and healing stories yet. From strangers who saved lives on bridges, to colleg...
How to Support a Partner with Depression: Lessons from a Real Couple
30 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, we hear from Chris, who has lived with depression since middle school, and her partner Chris, who does ...
How Storytelling About Depression Reduces Stigma and Builds Community
23 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Ripple Report episode, we explore how personal stories about depression and mental health ripple outward to inspire change in surprisi...
Childhood Depression: Symptoms and Warning Signs Parents Can’t Ignore
16 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Childhood depression is often misunderstood — dismissed as moodiness, shyness, or just a “phase.” But the symptoms of depression in children are...
Depression and Laughter: How Comedian Frank King Uses Humor to Spark Suicide Prevention Conversations
09 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Frank King has made a career out of laughter—but behind the humor lies his lived experience with depression, suicidal thoughts, and loss wi...
How to Support Someone with Depression Without Judgment: The Power of Listening
02 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Listening is often underestimated, yet it’s one of the most powerful tools we have to support someone struggling with depression. In this episode of...
Holiday Depression and Grief: Coping with Expectations, Stress, and Loneliness
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are painted as a season of joy, but for many living with depression or grief, they can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. In t...
Depression in the Black Community: Overcoming Stigma and Healing Through Therapy
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Depression does not discriminate, but the way it is experienced, discussed, and treated in different communities can vary greatly. In this episode of ...
Depression Treatment That Works: Real Stories of Healing and Hope
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Brant Williams shares his journey of battling anxiety and depression and the creative ways he found to ...
Depression in College Students: Justin’s Story of Survival and Recovery
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Starting college can be exciting, but for many students, it can also be overwhelming and isolating. In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Jus...
Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Awareness: Lessons from Kevin Briggs, Guardian of the Golden Gate
21 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Retired California Highway Patrol officer Kevin Briggs, often called “The Guardian of the Golden Gate”, has been on the frontlines of suicide prev...
Real Stories of Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Support: Compassion in Action
14 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a stranger chooses compassion in a moment of crisis? This episode continues the extraordinary true story of Johnny and Neil—two me...
Suicide Prevention and Mental Health: Why Empathy and Compassion Matter Most
07 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this moving episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Bridget and Terry share a powerful first-person story of empathy, compassion, and suicide preven...
Best Depression Podcast Stories: Lessons, Hope, and Recovery From Season Two
31 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this special season wrap-up, Bridget and Terry reflect on some of the most powerful conversations and lessons from Season Two of Giving Voice to De...
How to Manage Depression: Liz’s Journey With Therapy, Medication, and Self-Care
24 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Depression doesn’t always look the same—and managing it often requires persistence, patience, and support.In this episode, Liz, 58, shares her pow...
Bipolar and Depression Coping Strategies: Ben’s Honest Mental Health Journey
17 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Depression is full of contradictions: loneliness mixed with withdrawal, hunger without appetite, the need for support alongside the fear of asking for...
Compassion Fatigue and Burnout: Coping Strategies for Caregivers and Helpers
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the reality of compassion fatigue, emotional exhaustion, and burnout—especially for caregivers, healthcare worker...
How to Deal With Depression: Sarah’s Honest Story of Coping and Recovery
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What does depression really feel like? For Sarah, it’s more than sadness—it’s a sudden drop into worthlessness, hopelessness, and suicidal thoug...
How Social Media Impacts Teen Mental Health, Depression, and Suicide Risk
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Bridget and Terry share part two of the documentary Not Alone, where teens open up about living with de...
Teen Depression and Suicide Prevention: Real Stories and Warning Signs Parents Need to Know
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Teen suicide is now the second leading cause of death among young people ages 15–24, yet too often conversations about it are avoided out of stigma ...
Suicide Prevention Strategies: How to Help Someone in Crisis and Save a Life
12 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Bridget and Terry continue their two-part series on suicide prevention with Dr. Barbara Moser, chair of...
Suicide Prevention Tips: Warning Signs, Risk Factors, and How to Help
06 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and in this special episode of Giving Voice to Depression, we begin a two-part series dedicated to one...
Personalized Depression Treatment: How Blood Tests Could Match You With the Right Antidepressant
29 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the right depression treatment is often described as a guessing game—trial and error with medications that may take weeks to work, only to l...
Depression in Older Adults: Why Senior Mental Health Matters and How to Help
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Depression is not a normal part of aging—but for many seniors, it becomes a silent struggle. In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, we hear ...
Living with Bipolar Disorder: Jennifer Marshall on Stigma, Recovery, and Finding Hope
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When Jennifer Marshall first experienced mania, she didn’t know what was happening. Hospitalized on Christmas Day, she began a long journey through ...
How to Fight Depression: Expert Advice on Self-Help and Mental Health Tools
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Giving Voice to Depression, we sit down with Dr. Robert Duff—known online as Duff the Psych—to explore practical and a...
How to Support Someone With Depression: Ben’s Honest Story of Asking for Help
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What does it feel like to live with both bipolar disorder and depression—and what kind of support actually helps during the darkest days?In this epi...
Living With Depression’s Lies: How to Fight Back Against the Inner Bully
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Depression has a voice—a cruel, convincing voice that whispers (or shouts) lies about our worth, our future, and our place in the world. In this dee...
Signs of Perfectly Hidden Depression: Dr. Margaret Rutherford Explains the Hidden Struggle
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Not all depression looks the same. Some people appear successful, outgoing, and “perfectly fine” while silently carrying deep emotional pain. Clin...
Fighting Mental Health Stigma: Why Sharing Stories Beats Education
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Is education enough to fight the stigma of depression and mental illness? Dr. Patrick Corrigan, a leading researcher on stigma, says no. In fact, rese...
Living with Depression: How Liz Found the Right Diagnosis, Support, and Tools
04 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Liz thought her pain was something she had to power through—until someone helped her name it. This episode explores how she found real support, advo...
How Real Stories of Depression Improve Suicide Prevention in Mental Health Care
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a personal story about depression changes the way a clinician approaches suicide prevention?In this Ripple Report, Patrick Doyle, a ...
How to Talk About Suicidal Thoughts: A More Compassionate Mental Health Question
20 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore how shifting the question from “Are you suicidal?” to “Do you find yourself thinking of death as a welcome relief?” can ...
Depression, Stigma, and Suicide: Real Stories of Living With Depression
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season one of Giving Voice to Depression brought together deeply moving, honest, and powerful stories from people living with depression—and those i...
Depression During Pregnancy: Isabelle’s Honest Journey Through Stigma and Healing
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We often hear about postpartum depression, but what about antepartum depression—the depression that strikes during pregnancy? In this powerful episo...
Postpartum Depression: Lisa’s Honest Story of Motherhood, Anxiety, and Healing
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Postpartum depression affects 1 in 7 new mothers, but too often it goes unspoken. In this candid episode, Lisa, a first-time mom, shares her raw and v...
What Depression Really Feels Like: Sarah’s Honest Story of Coping and Survival
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What does depression really feel like? For Sarah, it’s not just sadness—it’s a fast spiral into worthlessness, suicidal thoughts, and the strugg...
Depression vs Sadness: Key Differences Explained by Experts
02 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Bridget and Terri explore an important and often confusing question: What’s the difference between fe...
Depression in the Workplace: How Geoff Is Breaking Stigma and Inspiring Change
25 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a top corporate leader opens up about depression? For Geoff McDonald, a former global vice president at Unilever, sharing his story ...
Suicide Loss and Grief: How to Cope with Guilt, Anger, and Shame
18 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What makes grief after suicide different from other types of loss?In this powerful episode, suicide prevention advocate Mettie Spiess shares her lived...
Preventing Teen Suicide: What Parents Can Learn From Abe’s Story
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When 13-year-old Abby died by suicide, her family’s world shattered. Her father, Abe Goldberg, opens up about the painful reality of watching his da...
What Depression and Suicide Really Feel Like: Steve’s Survival Story of Hope
04 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What does depression—and a suicide attempt—really feel like? Steve Austin knows firsthand. Raised in a conservative church, Steve hid decades of s...
Mental Health in Schools: How One Teacher Is Helping Kids Build Coping Skills
31 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What if kids learned coping skills as early as first grade? Inspired by a Giving Voice to Depression story, Nina, a first-grade teacher, launched a me...
Ending the Stigma of Depression: The Power of Conversation and Support
28 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Terry and Bridget conclude their three-part series on stigma by asking: how would life be different if ...
Depression Stigma and Its Dangers: Why Talking About Mental Health Matters
21 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Terry and Bridget continue their three-part series on stigma. This second installment explores the cons...
Breaking Mental Health Stigma: Stories of Depression and Hope
14 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Stigma remains one of the biggest barriers to people getting the help they need for depression and other mental health conditions. In this episode of ...
Breaking Mental Health Stigma in Families: Depression, Suicidal Thoughts, and Healing
10 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Jose, a 27-year-old Pittsburgh actor and teacher, opens up about his journey through major depression, ...
Supporting Loved Ones with Depression: The Emotional Toll of Empathy Fatigue
07 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we rebroadcast a moving conversation with Adele, who opens up about supporting her husband and daughter—both living with mental hea...
Starting Antidepressants: What Everyone Needs to Know About Mental Health Side Effects
22 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Giving Voice to Depression, co-host Bridget shares her personal and deeply emotional story about the psychological crash s...