Removing the Stigma

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Shame and fear of ridicule; chief contributing factors for shrouded public awareness about depression, by bravely... addressing it openly, we remove its stigma. Date written: 09/22/2019

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Nash Maramba

Date: 9/27/2019 5:33:00 PM

It's a real life situation, Edward which courage must battle to conquer. Thanks please.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 9/26/2019 7:29:00 AM

It is true that when we name it, it becomes less scary.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/26/2019 9:05:00 AM

True indeed! Thanks as always, Caren:-)

Lu Loo

Date: 9/23/2019 11:11:00 AM

yes, so true. My whole family suffers from this disease, including my teenage daughter. so much said in such few words, thank you :)-luloo

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/23/2019 4:00:00 PM

You're quite welcome, Luloo:-) I've battled depression before and I overcame it by the grace of God! And I pray that God continues to give your family strength!

Jan Allison

Date: 9/22/2019 11:29:00 AM

You tell it as it is in so few words Edward, brilliantly penned Bravo:-) hugs jan xx

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/22/2019 1:52:00 PM

Thank you, Jan:-)