In today's world, mental health is a crucial conversation, especially for young people who often feel the weight of these challenges. 

Hearing stories of others' struggles can be incredibly comforting, reminding us that we are never truly alone in our journey.

Sadie Sutton is a 20-year-old psychology student at the University of Pennsylvania. After experiencing a year and a half of intensive treatment (beginning at 13 years old) and fully recovering from severe depression and anxiety, she was inspired to share her story with fellow teens going through their own personal growth. Since sharing her story, Sadie has accumulated over 150k podcast downloads, appeared on 25 shows, and been featured in multiple publications. Sadie is a reminder of our ability to turn adversity into prosperity even at a young age.  

Hear from Sadie in this episode where she discusses her incredible journey from struggling with mental health issues to becoming a beacon of hope for young women everywhere. Sadie shares her story of battling depression and anxiety from a young age, the impact it had on her life, and how she overcame these challenges to achieve personal and academic success.

Key Discussion Points:

• Sadie’s experience of being encouraged to actively participate in her DBT treatment, emphasizing the need to understand both the logical and emotional sides of recovery

• The day-to-day struggles of someone with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation, and how families can learn to validate and support those feelings 

• The importance of asking for help, being patient with oneself, and not making things worse during tough times

Remember, there is always hope and you don’t have to go through this alone. It is ok to ask for help. 

 

Connect with Sadie here!

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