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After four months away from Congress, New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to share his deeply personal struggle with depression, helping break the stigma around mental health in politics. His courage to speak publicly about his treatment could inspire countless others facing similar battles.
The Emmy-winning "Sopranos" star is opening up about managing his mental health through simple daily practices. His honesty about depression and recovery is helping break down stigma around mental illness.
When a kitchen fire displaced 50 men from a Windsor recovery home, the community's response turned tragedy into a powerful story of support. Within days, donations and volunteers surrounded the residents with everything they needed.
Five people in Greene County, Tennessee just celebrated a life-changing milestone: graduating from Recovery Court after conquering addiction. Their success stories prove that with the right support, recovery is possible.
Liza Ronald battled addiction for 36 years before finding help at a Lexington recovery center. Now she's returning hope to others as a recovery coach, proving that transformation is possible.
A new documentary celebrates five decades of Oxford House, peer-run recovery homes that have helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction. The film debuts June 11 in Washington, featuring six residents whose stories prove community-based recovery works. #
UK researchers found that tocilizumab, a common arthritis medication, helped people with depression who didn't respond to standard antidepressants. The breakthrough could offer hope to millions struggling with treatment-resistant depression.
A 68-acre ranch in Crete, Illinois, just got $2 million in state funding to become a recovery home where men leaving addiction treatment can find housing, jobs, and lasting community. The 2nd Story Ranch will combine stable living, workforce training, and peer support to help residents build independent lives in recovery.
A free community event in Galion, Ohio pairs local artists with people in recovery to create powerful artwork that tells their stories. The September 19 gathering aims to reduce stigma and remind everyone that recovery is possible.
Former rugby star Israel Dagg opened up about his five-year battle with depression and alcoholism after retirement, sharing how he rebuilt his life and has now been sober for nearly three years. His honest story about losing his identity and finding hope again is helping other athletes navigate similar struggles.
Hundreds gathered in downtown Sandusky to celebrate recovery and share stories of hope. The community event brought together people whose lives have been transformed by overcoming addiction. --- ##
First responders in Oregon's Rogue Valley are lacing up their cleats for a softball game that celebrates addiction recovery and connects people with lifesaving resources. The annual festival has grown from a handful of teams in 2013 to 12 this year.
A brief 25-minute psychedelic treatment lifted depression symptoms that lasted up to six months for people who hadn't found relief anywhere else. Just one dose of DMT helped patients who'd been struggling for an average of 10 years.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson overcame childhood poverty, family trauma, and crushing depression to become one of Hollywood's biggest stars. His message to others struggling: you're not alone, and asking for help changes everything.
A group of mothers in Elizabethton gathered to share anonymous recovery stories, highlighting the strength it takes to heal from substance use disorder while raising children. Their message: recovery is possible when communities support instead of judge.
A 25-year-old Afghan woman who lost hope while battling depression has transformed her life through mental health care. Now she's teaching others skills that help them earn a living.
A resource fair that started with 15 attendees has grown to 60 people as veterans share recovery stories and find support. The annual event in Clarksburg now connects dozens of organizations with veterans and community members seeking help.
Real participants from an Ohio drug court appear in a new nationwide movie showing the hard work and heart behind recovery. The film blends their authentic stories with fictional characters to reveal how specialized courts help people rebuild their lives.
US soccer legend Landon Donovan opens up about battling depression throughout his career and shares how he found peace through therapy, medication, and redefining success. His new memoir offers hope to anyone struggling with mental health.
Nick's Ride 4 Friends hosted its fifth annual Recovery Speaks event, where people in recovery from addiction shared stories of hope and persistence. The Auburn nonprofit, which recently celebrated 10 years of peer-based recovery services, brought together current clients, staff, and community members for an afternoon of connection and celebration.
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