June 30, 2021
by Kimberly Lucey
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard says he went into a dark blur after his death, the toll affecting him not just mentallly, but physically. He lost weight, and dealt with anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. A Kicking the Stigma virtual fundraiser this Spring raised $4.5 million to distribute to Indiana-based nonprofits that either provide mental health treatment services, or raise awareness about mental health.
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Many believe in the perfect lives of those perceived to be at the top live perfect, effortless lives. The top 1%.
Bystanders have a tendency to equate monetary wealth, good looks, good connections, and charisma with “happily ever after”. Many of these observers would deny that there is any disadvantage to holding a position at the summit of the pedestal.
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September 16, 2020
by Kimberly Lucey
Already coping with isolation and performing at a high level while in the NBA playoff bubble, players are now also challenged with handling social justice issues, and using their platform for change.
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What is that? It is a line from Little Richard’s big hit song, “Tutti Frutti”. If this makes no sense, do yourself a favor and search for Richard on You Tube. It’s time you learned about Richard Wayne Penniman, aka Little Richard.
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January 27, 2020
by Amy Rollo
I’m not a huge basketball fan, but when the alert that Kobe Bryant died suddenly in a helicopter crash came on my screen, I immediately felt shock. I felt this sense of sadness and tried to make sense of how someone so known and famous, could be taken so suddenly. I have felt similar emotions when other famous actors or athletes passed. It is completely normal to feel sadness or grief when someone famous dies. There are several reasons we might feel these intense emotions.
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December 2, 2019
by Kimberly Lucey
The Philadelphia Eagles' right guard said the pressure of trying to live up to a contract led to an anxiety attack that took him out of the game against the Seattle Seahawks. The four-year deal is worth $54.2 million.
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November 30, 2019
by Elizabeth Pratt
Research from experimental psychology researchers at the University of Tennessee Knoxville has found making a game face may actually make a difference to performance, and not just for athletes.
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May 21, 2019
by Kimberly Lucey
The U.K.'s mental health awareness week got a boost from some familiar names on the radio waves. Prince William and Katy Perry are among those participating in the Mental Health Minute.
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A probably too hot spotlight has been focused on TV host Wendy Williams for at least four months. Williams, who boasts that she shares info regarding her personal life with her viewers, has been keeping a big secret. Ms. Williams has a serious alcohol and pill problem. In the past she overcame an addiction to cocaine.
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April 4, 2019
by Kimberly Lucey
John Broderick, the former Chief Justice of the New Hampshire state Supreme Court now spends his days traveling New England, telling his story, and the story of his son's battle with mental illness.
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