What Does  She Triumphs  Mean to You? 

- Contest Winner -

Congratulations to Lisa Rucks for winning last issue's contest! Lisa shared with us that she enjoys She Triumphs because it is an economical way to get through many questions while also being able to share other's stories, struggles and successes while dealing with the many facets of anxiety and depression. 

Thank you for sharing and thank you to everyone who participated!

Quick Tips to Combat Stigma Around Mental Health

by Michelle C. Lozano, AMFT

Discussing mental health is difficult for everyone, especially for those who experience their own mental health challenges. Our society has made this a taboo topic, which only exacerbates the issue. As we all know, when mental health is not talked about, the stigma continues, leaving people who are suffering alone and in silence.  Read more.

Influences of Cultural Differences in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Anxiety and Depression

by Karen G. Martinez, MD, MSc

Culture affects the way we express our thoughts, behaviors and emotions. It is therefore not surprising that there are cultural differences in the way anxiety and depression is manifested and treated. Read more.

What to Do When a Friend Discloses their Struggles with Mental Health

by Rachel Aredia, LCPC, NCC

Imagine that you are talking to your friend and (s)he just told you that they are struggling with depression. Your cousin who shared with you that they are experiencing suicidal ideations, and your coworker who has anxiety. How do you respond? What do you say to all of them? Read more.

What to Do to Fight the Isolation You Feel When You’re in Distress

by Sarah Bloch-Elkouby, PhD

As a clinical psychologist and a researcher, I often hear patients and friends tell me how isolating it feels to deal with stress, anxiety, and depression. Our human nature does not prepare us to strive without deep, meaningful, and fulfilling connections to others. Read more.

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NIMH Essay Contest: Speaking Up About Mental Health

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ADAA Partner Spotlight

ADAA partners with the  2020 Mom, an organization dedicated in closing gaps in maternal mental health care through education, advocacy, and collaboration. 

ADAA participated in Mental Health Awareness Week hosted by TheBlueDotProject from April 29 - May 3. Click here to view and share our resources on postpartum disorders.

Interested in partnering with us?  Click here to learn more or contact Lise Bram.

New! Believe That Life is Worth Living, and It Will Create the Fact

by Kavya Hemmanur

"Becoming a scientist, having a doctoral degree had been my dream since I was a kid. I fought really hard, convinced my family that I would take up biotechnology as my majors in my Undergrad. They were little skeptical about my decision but on seeing how determined I was, they agreed. Back then, either becoming a doctor or Computer science engineer were the only career options we had in India. Studying biology in engineering was out of scope. But I did it." Read more.

Taylor's Story of Triumph

by Taylor Brune

"I learned what it truly means to be human and experience the lows and the highs. I learned depression can be overcome, if you commit to never giving up on yourself and your purpose. I learned that depression are lies that consume you and by recognizing this, you gain the power and authority back to break the chains of depression over your life. I now live a life with a faith-based mindset, rather than a fear-based mindset." Read more.

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From ADAA's

Professional Community

Women's Mental Health Special Interest Group Launches

The  Women's Mental Health Special Interest Group (SIG)  is comprised of ADAA member clinicians and researchers interested in addressing issues relevant to the understanding and treatment of women suffering from anxiety, depression  and related disorders. The SIG looks forward to contributing content on these issues and keeping our public community current on research and treatment advances.  Click here to learn more.

From ADAA's Women's Special Interest Group Chair

"We know that depression and anxiety is more common in women than in men, but we still do not know why it is that women are at higher risk. We need to start doing research focused specifically on women's risk factors if we want to improve this health disparity"

Karen G. Martinez, MD, MSc

ADAA's Women's SIG Chair

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