Depression Quote by Joshua Wolf Shenk
““ONE OF THE REASONS that depression is so problematic—and deadly, leading to many of the forty thousand suicides in the United States each year—is that people are often loath to admit they are suffering, let alone explore it in detail.””
About This Quote
Source Article: The Stigma of Depression, 2019
Depression is deadly partly because people resist acknowledging and examining their suffering.
In simple terms: Stigma stops people from confronting depression.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open dialogue about mental health.
Themes
mental health
stigma
suicide
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Therapy sessions
- public health campaigns
- support groups
Key Concepts
psychology
social barriers
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents you from sharing pain?
- How can societies reduce mental health stigma?
A Different Perspective
Cultural norms may still suppress honesty.
