Webcomics and Mental Health
I came across a recent video looking at anxiety and drugs by the makers of penny arcade. Penny arcade is a webcomic, mostly revolving around computer gaming. The authors, Jerry Holkins and Mike Krahulik were recently named in the time 100. It’s a sizable video, so apologies for people on slower internet connections, but I found it to be a particularly interesting look at mental illness. I...
Read MoreAustralian Politicians and Depression
I know there’s a bit of a rivalry between us and the country across the ditch, but I came across this article in an Australian news paper. I don’t know much about Australian politics, or who Andrew Robb is, but it’s good to hear that he is speaking out about his depression. To use his words: “It’s much easier, I think, if those you love and you work with and your...
Read MoreTV One: Taming the Black Dog
On Sunday there was a clip about depression on TV One, if you didn’t see it, you can catch it on TVNZ ondemand. The segment covers a couple of personal experiences, as well as having an interview with a Doctor. There is also some discussion on how to recognize depression in yourself, and others, and what should be done about it. Worth a...
Read MoreMale Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Depression is a form of depression that affects parents after the birth of their children. It is speculated that the stress of childbirth, lifestyle changes associated with having children, and for women, hormonal changes can precipitate a depressive episode in parents. Although men don’t undergo childbirth, it can still be a stressful time. I recently came across two stories...
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