Welcome BACK to Fictionary. In this episode, your host Deitra gets real with you about depression and the effects it has had on her life recently. She also shares some very exciting news regarding next week's episode! 

Next Week: Tuesday, May 2, 2023- AUTHOR INTERVIEW
 
You will not want to miss our interview with the Author of "The Bandit Queens"  Parini Shroff! This is a not to be missed interview. Parini shares about her book, life, and what we can look forward to in the future. If you haven't read "The Bandit Queens" yet check it out at the link below.

PURCHASE HER BOOK HERE TODAY

If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, below are a few  resources I hope can help you: 

• Locate an in-person or online group at the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance site ( https://www.dbsalliance.org/)
• Are you struggling with thoughts of suicide? Talk to someone now by calling The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255). To access it in Spanish, dial 1-888-628-9454. You can also text or chat (https://988lifeline.org/chat/) 
• Do you need tools to help you on your journey to mental health healing? (Mental Health America)
• The Trevor Project is catered towards LGBTQ youth. You can reach out by texting START to 678-678, calling 1-866-488-7386, or just chat with them online.
  If you’re not quite ready to talk, you can do a quick calming exercise that helps you relax and focus.
  TrevorSpace is an international community for queer youth ages 13-24 where you can connect with, and make new, LGBTQ friends. You can also read about a vast array of LGBTQ topics, such as gender identity and sexuality, on their resource center page. 
• Need some encouragement? Call this hotline for some kid-created joy. Inundated with the harsh realities of the world right now? Just call 707-998-8410(opens in a new tab) or 707-873-7862 for words of wisdom, encouragement, and life advice from a group of eager elementary school children.

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