988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Stories of Hope and Recovery
If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens when you call a suicide prevention hotline, you’re not alone. Fear, stigma, and uncertainty often stop people from reaching out for the help they desperat...
30 Mar 202114min
Suicide Prevention Hotline: What Happens When You Call 988
When you’re struggling with depression, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming emotions, picking up the phone to call a suicide prevention hotline can feel intimidating. But knowing what to expect can mak...
30 Mar 202114min
Warning Signs of Depression in Everyday Language: Words That Reveal Mental Health Struggles
Depression often hides in plain sight — not just in behaviors, but in the words we use every day. Research shows that certain language patterns can signal emotional distress, depression, and deeper me...
23 Mar 202116min
Symptoms and Signs of Depression in Language: Words That Reveal Suicidal Thoughts
Did you know the words we use every day can reveal whether someone is struggling with depression — or even having suicidal thoughts? In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Bridget and Terry ex...
23 Mar 202116min
Coping with Depression: Breathing, Hope, Medication, and the Mental Health System
In this season review, Terri and Bridget reflect on the powerful mental health conversations from Season 16 of Giving Voice to Depression. From learning how breathwork can ground us in overwhelming mo...
16 Mar 202118min
Depression Recovery Tools: Lessons on Hope, Stigma, and Mental Health Treatment
Season 16 of Giving Voice to Depression was filled with raw honesty, practical tools, and powerful insights into living with depression. In this recap, Terri and Bridget highlight the most impactful l...
16 Mar 202118min
America’s Mental Health Crisis: Why the System is Failing and How We Can Fix It
The U.S. mental health system is under immense strain. Too many people experiencing depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts face stigma, delayed care, or even criminalization instead of support. In ...
9 Mar 202118min
Understanding the Mental Health Crisis: Access to Care, Stigma, Suicide Prevention, and Solutions
The United States is facing a mental health crisis, but too often the people most in need are met with stigma, misunderstanding, or even criminalization instead of care. In this episode of Giving Voic...
9 Mar 202118min
