Silken Laumann on living and thriving with depression

In episode 1 of the PSYCHEDUP podcast, Canadian four-time Olympic rower and mental health advocate Silken Laumann talks to Dr. Diane McIntosh about her battle with depression. This post a summary of that episode.
Having more than one psychiatric diagnosis is more common than you think. This is why it matters.

Having two or more psychiatric diagnoses at the same time occurs for at least half of those diagnosed with a mental illness. As with other illnesses, it’s important to understand the full picture in order to find the best treatment.
Why Certain Psychiatric Medications Aren’t Always Available

Inaccurate reporting perpetuates the belief that every patient has high risk of discontinuation symptoms, across every antidepressant. My advice on best ways to choose and make most of antidepressants if part of your treatment.
Does Stopping an Antidepressant Cause Discontinuation Symptoms?

Inaccurate reporting perpetuates the belief that every patient has high risk of discontinuation symptoms, across every antidepressant. My advice on best ways to choose and make most of antidepressants if part of your treatment.
Our Moral Imperative: Prioritizing Mental Health in Today’s Public Coverage and Tomorrow’s National Universal Pharmacare

Despite the prevalence and the severe impact mental illness can have on individuals’ lives, access to necessary medications remains a substantial challenge for many. Our thoughts on what should happen next. Published originally in The Hamilton Spectator.