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Kean's Depression Disclosure Aims to Normalize Help-Seeking Across the Nation

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Kean's Depression Disclosure Aims to Normalize Help-Seeking Across the Nation
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U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed a diagnosis of depression and a long hospital stay, saying his openness is meant to reduce stigma and encourage others to seek treatment. Experts note depression is common (about 18% of adults) and can manifest differently in men, stressing that seeking help does not diminish a public official’s ability to serve. The piece also underscores signs to seek professional help and offers resources like the 988 Lifeline as part of normalizing mental-health care.

Topics:nationhealth#depression#health#mental-health#politics#stigma#tom-kean-jr
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  1. Why a man with political power talking about depression is actually a big deal  CNN
  2. Tom Kean Jr. kept his depression a secret. Colleagues are questioning that decision.  Politico
  3. Back in Congress, Tom Kean Jr. Faces a New Challenge: Staying There  The New York Times
  4. Missing US congressman explains mysterious four-month absence  BBC
  5. Boebert: Kean explanation for absence ’embarrassing’  The Hill

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