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This year's community stories
Shaziah Jinnah Morsette
When I became an advocate for myself, I became an advocate for others
Beverly Dong
I'm still trying to figure things out and that's ok
Ian M. Whitehead
Reaching out and talking helped me change the way I was thinking
John Gabriel Cabayao
I manage my mental illness through my support network
Victoria Burns
Recovery is possible, you're not alone
Rumika Mascarenhas
I needed something more than just studying
Sean Bristowe
I learned that it's okay to not be okay
‘Make space to not be OK, so you have a chance to get better’
Mental health advocate shares personal experience with depression
Jacqueline Smith
My breath is my anchor
Aaron So
Telling my story was the first step to helping others
Elena Favaro
For a recent PhD graduate, there's empowerment in recognizing the work you’re doing for your mental health
Aaron So
Undergrad student Aaron So on how he’s coping with a new set of challenges
Nancy Chibry and Damian Goussis
Faculty and staff confront mental health stigmas with vulnerability and compassion
Elena Favaro
I felt like I was the only one struggling
Dhruvin Patel
Connecting with my community was the first step to wellness
Valerie Fox
I needed to connect with my community