Robert Downey Jr.'s Journey from Addiction to Ironman

Survivor Stories: The Collection

Understanding Addiction as an Illness, Not a Weakness

Raise the Volume: The Blog

Episode I: Breaking the Silence

Zen Unfiltered: The Podcast

Zen Unfiltered: The Podcast

Unafraid in its bluntness, these thought-provoking conversations around mental illness and addiction offers something for everyone.

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MAY 31, 2023

Episode I: Breaking the Silence

An introduction to our directors, who open up about their own personal journeys with mental health and how it's portrayed in society, breaking the silence that often surrounds these topics.

Raise the Volume: The Blog

A publication dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of mental health, offering facts and guidance to those in need.

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JUN 2, 2023

Understanding Addiction as an Illness, Not a Weakness

The scientific evidence behind addiction as an illness, the factors that contribute to its development, and the implications of viewing addiction through the lens of a chronic disease.

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MAY 25, 2023

The Truth About Insomnia: What You Need to Know if You're Fighting Sleep

Explore the truth about insomnia and why it's important to address the issue if you're fighting sleep.

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MAY 18, 2023

Understanding and Coping with Anger

Recognize the right mindset and crucial elements in managing anger effectively.

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MAY 11, 2023

Breaking the Stigma Around Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Discussing the stigmas surrounding OCD, how they harm individuals who live with the disorder, and what we can do to break the stigma and support people with OCD.

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MAY 9, 2023

5 most realistic depictions of mental illness on TV

A closer look at five accurate depictions of mental illness on TV, leaving you with a better understanding of the realities of living with these illnesses.

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MAY 2, 2023

The Invisible Illness- Obstacles to Mental Illness Awareness and Treatment

Highlighting factors that cause many people with mental illnesses to be unaware of their condition and the consequences that result, and what we can do collectively to help overcome these obstacles in our society.

Survivor Stories: The Collection

We celebrate the brave heroes who have triumphed over mental illness and share their stories to inspire others and remind them that they are not alone.

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JUN 5, 2023

Robert Downey Jr.'s Journey from Addiction to Ironman

"A lot of people do get out (of addiction) but don't change. So, the thing is to get out and recognize the significance of that aggressive denial of your fate, come through the crucible forged into a stronger metal."

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MAY 27, 2023

Shaq Attacks Sleep Apnea

"So now, now we've got to fix it (sleep apnea)… don't want to go out like that."

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MAY 20, 2023

Chris Brown: 'I see a therapist twice a week for anger management'

"I dealt with a lot of anger issues from my past, not knowing how to express myself verbally... and not knowing how to cope with my emotions. For me, dealing with my anger issues... it has helped me really focus on what's important."

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MAY 13, 2023

Howie Mandel is on a mission to redefine how the world understands OCD

"After I impulsively revealed that I have OCD on a talk show, I was devastated. Out in public, after I did the show, people came to me and said, 'Me, too'. They were the most comforting words I've ever heard."

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MAY 6, 2023

Lincoln's Great Depression

"I am now the most miserable man living. If what I feel were equally distributed to the whole human family, there would not be one cheerful face on the earth."

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APR 29, 2023

Michael Phelps On The Watershed Article About His Mental Health

"I almost felt like it would be better for everybody if I wasn't there. But the more I thought about it, I wanted to find a different route. I wanted to see if I could find some help. I wanted to see if I could get better."

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