For years, Eva resisted the idea of medication while simultaneously self-medicating her ever-present depression. However, when running, herbal supplements, binge drinking, and all the other tactics that she’s tried still leave her unable to stop crying, she finally takes the plunge. Tune in to hear how Eva comes to accept and find the right treatment for her clinical depression which opens up a whole new world.

If you think you have a problem and want help, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association’s National Helpline at  1-800-662-HELP.

Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a time when you resisted seeking help for a challenge you were facing.

Statistic Sources: 
https://psychnews.psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.pn.2021.10.9

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/suicide

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/mental-health-disorder-statistics

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaeltnietzel/2021/05/24/why-so-many-americans-do-not-seek-professional-help-for-mental-disorders/

TMI Project Staff

• Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
• Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
• Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
• Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
• Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
• Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant

This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston.  It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.

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