depression stats
: 1 in 5 americans experience mental illness each year (cdc, 2022) and 60% of adults in the us have experienced depression at some point in their lives (nimh, 2019)
fetterman's candor is a breath of fresh air
especially considering how mental health stigma is still prevalent in politics and public life. let's hope this conversation sparks more openness and support for mental health initiatives
psychological distress costs the us economy over $200 billion annually (mohrr, 2018) that's a lot of money wasted on untreated depression and anxiety
it's time to prioritize mental health, just like we do with physical health
depression affects people from all walks of life
not just politicians or public figures. let's make sure we're supporting our friends and loved ones who may be struggling in silence
Senator Fetterman is a total inspiration! He's so brave for opening up about his struggles with depression and showing that it's okay to not be okay 
I'm loving how he's using his platform to reduce stigma around mental health issues and encourage others to speak out 
It's time we start prioritizing our own well-being, especially when we're in the public eye 
And can we please give this dude a raise for being so honest and vulnerable about his struggles? He's totally setting an amazing example for politicians everywhere 
I feel like this is so relatable especially during exam season 
Fetterman's story highlights how tough it can be to talk about mental health issues, even for public figures. It's like, people assume you're fine just 'cause you don't show it on the surface 
But honestly, mental health struggles are super common and we need more people like Fetterman speaking out