Giving Voice to Depression
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Depression affects more than 375,000,000 worldwide. So, if you don't have it yourself, you know someone who does. Giving Voice to Depression was founded to start discussions that reduce stigma and promote understanding. We look at depression from many angles. Terry McGuire, a journalist with depression interviews a guest each week about their experience of depression. Some have episodes, others live with the mood disorder chronically. All share things that do and do not help their mental-health management. After the pre-produced/edited guest's story, Terry and cohost/licensed therapist Dr. Anita Sanz comment on the issues presented. The episodes are informative, hopeful and seldom depressing. It's time to shine some light on depression's darkness! Join us.
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We'd love to hear your feedback! What happens when everything falls apart at once? Musician and mental health advocate Johnny Crowder recently faced that exact reality—losing his home, his band, and his relationship (with the woman he expected to marry,) all within days. In this 25-minute episode, he talks about the depression that followed ("a bear he has wrestled many times before,") and the mindset shift that helped him rebuild and reconnect with hope. If you’ve ever felt like ...
We'd love to hear your feedback! If you live with a partner, children or friend with depression, odds are you could use some practical tips for how to care for both them and yourself. This 28-minute episode offers both. Gwen shares openly and articulately about the challenges and strategies she uses to maintain hope and connection when depression affects her household. Gwen shares how she and her husband navigate tough times by intentionally finding "glimmers"—small moments...
We'd love to hear your feedback! This Giving Voice to Depression episode explores the challenges and complexities of supporting a loved one with depression, focusing on the experiences of caregivers. The episode responds to a listener, Margaret, who shared her struggles in last week's episode about often feeling disconnected in her marriage due to her husband's treatment-resistant depression. To provide insight, the hosts interview Gwen, a woman who has been married for 23 years to a husband ...
We'd love to hear your feedback! Episode 346 - How Do You Do It? (Rerun) In this deeply personal episode, we hear from Margaret, a GVTD podcast listener who bravely shares the challenges of parenting and maintaining a partnership with a spouse living with treatment-resistant depression. With honesty and vulnerability, she speaks about the loneliness, the frustrations, and the love that keep her searching for ways to make it work. Margaret’s story is one that many can relate to—how do you navi...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this impassioned, 22-minute episode, we continue our conversation with Chris Coulter, a father who tragically lost his teenage daughter, Maddy, to suicide. Chris speaks candidly about his growing frustration with the systems that are supposed to support struggling kids—schools, communities, and even parents who may not recognize the urgency of addressing mental health. With a mix of vulnerability, passion, and hard-earned wisdom, he shares what he’s ...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this deeply-moving episode of Giving Voice to Depression, Chris Coulter shares the heartbreaking story of losing his 14-year-old daughter Maddie to suicide and the profound journey of understanding and healing that followed. Chris opens up about Maddie’s vibrant, kind spirit, her struggles with depression, and the challenges of recognizing and supporting a loved one in pain. Chris also reflects on his own battle with depression, which intensified aft...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this deeply-relatable episode, Davey shares his journey of living with and managing major depressive disorder and social anxiety. Having reached out after finding solace hearing about previous guests' journeys, Davey hopes his story resonates with listeners who feel isolated by their struggles. Davey recounts the physical and emotional toll depression took on him, leading to a pivotal moment in 2017 when he sought help after being utterly exhausted an...
We'd love to hear your feedback! When depression hit hard, Rena turned inward, exploring yoga, meditation, breathwork, art, and other practices to navigate her healing journey. In this inspiring episode, she shares how she reframed depression as one of many human emotions, and committed to building a relationship with it instead of resisting it. From the weight of depression's dark, repetitive thoughts to the empowering tools that helped her process them, Rena’s story is a raw and relatable e...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In the episode titled "Straight Talk about Mental Health and Addictions," we engage in a candid discussion with Zane Thomas, a rapper and comedian known for his openness about his mental health challenges, including depression and bipolar disorder. Zane shares personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of addressing suicidal thoughts and addiction without shame. He encourages listeners to challenge negative self-talk and to view these thoughts as ...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this New Year podcast episode , "Protecting Our Mental Health in Uncertain Times," cohosts Dr. Anita Sanz and Terry discuss strategies for protecting mental health as we enter 2025. They acknowledge that while some people feel optimistic about the New Year, others experience stress, pressure, and overwhelming expectations. The episode focuses on simple, practical tips for well-being that don't require spending money or drastic changes, emphasizin...
We'd love to hear your feedback! This special annual episode is produced for those of you who are finding "celebrating" really difficult (impossible?) this holiday season-- for any number of reasons, including grief, addictions, loneliness and mental health conditions. The 6-minute episode features a reading by John Pavlovitz titled: "To Those Who Struggle This Christmas." The sincere, supportive message is dedicated specifically to those who find the holiday season difficult d...
We'd love to hear your feedback! Strategies for Those Grieving During the Holidays offers suggestions and insights for all coping with loss, not only from the death of loved ones but also from unfulfilled dreams, health challenges, missed opportunities, etc. Guest Krista St-Germain, a grief expert, highlights the differences between depression (a broader, general sadness) and grief (which is more specific to the loss itself). She emphasizes that grief can stem from any perc...
We'd love to hear your feedback! "Holiday Hacks: Bingo Cards and Buffer Days," is a 19-minute podcast episode providing a helpful mix of humor, empathy, and actionable tips to support mental health during what for many is a challenging time of year. Dr. Anita Sanz, a clinical psychologist, shares practical advice for navigating the stress of the holiday season, particularly for those dealing with depression. She explains that the holidays are especially challenging due to increased energy de...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, our guest Lystra shares her deeply personal journey of recognizing and confronting her depression. A new mother struggling with exhaustion, intrusive thoughts, and a pervasive sense of hopelessness, Lystra initially dismissed her symptoms as just part of life until they became unmanageable. Her story emphasizes the power of vulnerability and the critical role of sharing one’s struggles to reduc...
We'd love to hear your feedback! This podcast episode "Start Mental Health Conversations Early" focuses on the importance of addressing mental health with children at a young age, helping to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and instill the understanding that mental health struggles should be treated with the same openness, care and understanding as "physical health" issues. Our guest, T.J., shares his personal journey with mental health, describing his long battle with depression, ...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this episode of Giving Voice to Depression, we explore the profound impact of generational trauma, particularly within Native American communities. Our guest Mark Powless discusses how historical trauma—stemming from events like land loss, and the forced assimilation through boarding schools—continues to affect Indigenous peoples today. Mark reflects on his upbringing on the Oneida Reservation, where substance abuse, domestic violence, and other forms of tr...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In the podcast episode "How Can We Support Veterans," co-hosts Terry and Dr. Anita Sanz focus on the mental health challenges faced by veterans and how society can better support them. Dr. Donald Sanz, a combat veteran and psychologist, shares insights from both his personal and professional experiences. Key points discussed include: Understanding Veterans' Experiences: Veterans come from diverse backgrounds and face unique challenges upon returning home. Many...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In the podcast episode "Veterans Mental Health Overview," we explore the mental health challenges faced by veterans, emphasizing the need for societal support and understanding. Our guest, Dr. Donald Sanz, a psychologist specializing in trauma, shares his experiences as a veteran and his transition into mental health care. He highlights the readjustment issues veterans encounter upon returning home, such as social reintegration, job transitions, and the ...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this episode of "How Routines Can Support Your Mental Health," we explore the transformative power of routines in maintaining mental health, featuring guest Paul Marlow, a former athlete and mental health advocate. Paul shares his journey from a deep depression to recovery, emphasizing how structured morning and evening routines have been crucial for his mental well-being. Paul discusses the importance of starting each day with small wins, such as making hi...
We'd love to hear your feedback! In this episode of the "Giving Voice to Depression" podcast, we introduce guest Paul Marlow, who shares his journey through depression and mental health challenges. Paul, an athletic and confident individual, experienced a significant decline in his mental health after a series of traumatic events starting in 2017. He describes grappling with PTSD, anxiety, and profound feelings of emptiness, detailing how these conditions often went unnoticed by those around ...
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What I don't believe in, is lumping depression in with addiction recovery which sometimes people like to do. That somehow you can alter the Twelve Steps and make "Depression Anonymous." I am not an addict, nor have I ever been, whether its drugs, alcohol, sex, etc. The Twelve Steps were originally created specifically to address alcohol addiction. Having depression doesn't mean you're addicted to a substance. If you were, it's called dual diagnosis.
I really identified with this guest. It was like listening to myself talk I have the same issue.
He makes such a good point in reminding us to be KIND to ourselves. Depression sometimes makes us say the most horrible things to ourselves. And they SEEM so real at the time. But they'rere lies. Thank you for doing this podcast.
it was wrong .we have at least almost 50 melion depressed people in my country
Can I have the link of his blog
I've experienced what you felt, but it's like you know, unstable emotions that I just couldn't control anymore. there are times when I just wanna ended up my life, but then I remembered about my family. It just that I was kind of my Family connector and I couldn't imagine how my family would be If i'm gone:(
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These were amazing conversation starters. I'm planning to reframe them to use them to let my loved one know I'm here as a non stressful support system when they're ready to share and plan. thank you for this great resource.