Category: depression

What's Good Enough? Play on 5 Women with Depression & Bipolar

Hear from Amelia, a "story collector," or one of the women who helped write Good Enough, which has shows on May 14, 15, 21, and 22 in Chicago.

Happy 1st Anniversary! Your Top 10 Flipswitch Podcasts & Articles

I became the host & author of Flipswitch one year ago. See the top 10 most popular items of the past year. Did yours make the list?

Helping Starts with Listening; Rape & Depression

The issue of rape and sexual assault is a mental & physical health issue. We continue our conversation about helping a loved one who's been raped.

Flipswitch Friday: Racism and Mental Health - Reflections on Trayvon Martin

This is a guest post from Balanced Mind Flipswitch blogger/podcaster Jessica Gimeno.
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How can we keep our children safe?  How are racism and mental health related?  Read my take on the Trayvon Martin shooting here. 

Impact Series Pt 12: Practical Ways Teachers & Professors Can Help Mentally Ill Students

Alison Malmon, Exec. Director of Active Minds, shares 1) how teachers & professors can help their students and 2) how you can help a depressed family member or friend.

The Entire Minorities & Mental Health Series: 7 Podcasts

Hear 7 podcasts exploring the intersections between different cultures & mental health. What makes it harder or easier to get help?

Impact Series Pt 11: Active Minds Founder Discusses Tips for People with Mentally Ill Siblings

Hear how Active Minds grew from 3 students to 300 chapters from the Founder. Also tips on loving a mentally ill sibling & surviving a loved one's suicide.

Blog: Racism & Mental Health; Reflections on the Death of Trayvon Martin

The tragic death of unarmed 17-yo Trayvon Martin in Florida and the current outrage inspired me to blog about the connection between racism and mental health.

Impact Series Pt 10: Would you Keep Your Friend's Secret No Matter What?

How do you move on when everyone has seen you at your lowest? Would you keep your friend's secret no matter the cost? Hear 17-yo Kelsey's story.

How You Can Help The Balanced Mind Foundation; April 19 Luncheon on Bullying

Learn how you can help The Balanced Mind Foundation keep bringing hope home to the 37,000 families that use our services every year.