Notes About The Poem

Removing the Stigma

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
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Maramba Avatar
September 27, 2019 at 5:33 PM
It's a real life situation, Edward which courage must battle to conquer. Thanks please.
Krutsinger Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 7:29 AM
It is true that when we name it, it becomes less scary.
Ibeh Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 9:05 AM
True indeed! Thanks as always, Caren:-)
Scars Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 11:11 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
Ibeh Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 4:00 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!
Allison Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 11:29 AM
You tell it as it is in so few words Edward, brilliantly penned Bravo:-) hugs jan xx
Ibeh Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 1:52 PM
Thank you, Jan:-)
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