How to Overcome Stigma and Get Help for Depression
Fit Mess: A Men's Mental Health Podcast
Release Date: 08/20/2024
Fit Mess: A Men's Mental Health Podcast
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info_outlineHave you ever wondered how it feels to flip a switch and instantly cure severe depression?
Depression affects millions, often silently destroying lives due to stigma and misunderstanding.
In this episode, discover a groundbreaking treatment that offers hope, learn why societal attitudes toward mental illness are deadly, and gain practical insights on supporting those struggling with depression.
Listen now to hear Jon Nelson's incredible journey from suicidal despair to remission through deep brain stimulation, and learn how you can help save lives by changing your perspective on mental illness.
Topics Discussed:
- The stigma and misunderstanding surrounding mental illness
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) as a treatment for depression
- The physical and emotional toll of living with depression
- Societal norms that prevent men from seeking help
- Various treatments Jon tried before DBS
- The immediate impact of DBS on Jon's depression
- The concept of "abolition" in depression
- The need for increased funding and research in mental health
- Jon's advocacy work and "Pulverize the Stigma" initiative
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Life After Deep Brain Stimulation
05:01 The Experience of Living with Depression
09:25 The Societal Stigma of Mental Illness
13:01 The Roadblocks for Men Seeking Help
15:46 The Journey of Treatment and the Impact of Deep Brain Stimulation
22:20 The Fear of Recurrence and the Constant Battle
25:17 Accessibility and Affordability of Mental Illness Treatment
29:08 Advancements in Neurotechnology and the Future of Mental Health
31:08 Pulverize the Stigma: Jon Nelson's Advocacy Movement
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