Sumi’s Story
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“Life can get better. There is life outside of this … No matter how long you end up being in that place, there is a way out.”
Denise’s Story
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“I am so much stronger than I used to be…I’m really proud of myself…and I’m living my life for the first time in many, many, many years.”
Christopher’s Story
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“OCD can feel very challenging and could feel like it is the end of the world …. there is a better life in the future that is available and that is possible.”
Naomi’s Story
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When I am not doing well, I don’t feel hopeless anymore….Hope, I think, is the biggest sign that you have made it through the worst of it.
Jackson’s Story
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“Mental illness is just like any other challenge. Because I was diagnosed with bipolar, my entire life trajectory changed. But I’m really happy.”
Susie’s Story
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“I couldn’t do it anymore, I decided that I could not continue the stigma of mental health.”
Katie’s Story
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“I’m really a very capable person, despite having OCD … It was part of my past, it was horrible, but I wouldn’t wish it had never happened.”