Never raised my hand
Still, depression called on me
You are not alone
By Candace J. Dunkley
(scroll down for mental health facts, my experience with depression and resources to get help)
Mental Health Facts
Our World in Data
268 million people in the world experienced depression in 2016
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year.
My Story
It is time to peel back the stigma surrounding mental health. So here goes.
A couple years ago I was depressed. Last year I finally decided to see a professional. It was there that I discovered, I was dealing with deep rooted anxiety and was diagnosed with ADHD (three conditions that often overlap.)
I have seen a clinical social worker for more than a year now and it has helped a lot!
If you need to talk with someone there is nothing wrong with getting help.
Not sure where to go?
Mental Health Resources
Psychology Today allows you to put in your insurance information so you can find a psychologist in your area who takes your insurance.
It doesn’t matter if your insurance is Medicaid or Aetna, etc. there is someone for you!
Don’t have insurance?
Here are some tips from Health Central. Visit there website for more resources:
Hotlines:
Finding a therapist or mental health center:
Still, depression called on me
You are not alone
By Candace J. Dunkley
(scroll down for mental health facts, my experience with depression and resources to get help)
Mental Health Facts
Our World in Data
268 million people in the world experienced depression in 2016
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year.
- Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, yet only 36.9% of those suffering receive treatment.
My Story
It is time to peel back the stigma surrounding mental health. So here goes.
A couple years ago I was depressed. Last year I finally decided to see a professional. It was there that I discovered, I was dealing with deep rooted anxiety and was diagnosed with ADHD (three conditions that often overlap.)
I have seen a clinical social worker for more than a year now and it has helped a lot!
If you need to talk with someone there is nothing wrong with getting help.
Not sure where to go?
Mental Health Resources
Psychology Today allows you to put in your insurance information so you can find a psychologist in your area who takes your insurance.
It doesn’t matter if your insurance is Medicaid or Aetna, etc. there is someone for you!
Don’t have insurance?
Here are some tips from Health Central. Visit there website for more resources:
Hotlines:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or TTY: 1-800-799-4889.
- Suicide.org has a 24-hour email support for those who are feeling suicidal.
Finding a therapist or mental health center:
- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources also has a listing of free clinics in your area. All you have to do is plug in your geographic location.