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Posted by Noa on October 30, 2004, at 13:26:45
What do y'all think about Chamique Holdsclaw's recent announcement that she suffers from depression bad enough to make her consider retiring from basketball?
Posted by Glydin on October 30, 2004, at 18:24:06
In reply to Chamique Holdsclaw, posted by Noa on October 30, 2004, at 13:26:45
I hope she can find a treatment that is workable for her and her departure would not be necessary if it's her choice to want to remain playing. I do think there is a little headway (pardon, really no pun intended) when someone of a known status comes forward and talks about their struggles. Maybe one of these days, there will be enough impact to make a difference as to how these disorders are preceived ---- probabaly no time soon, but the thought that this is publically spoken about is a tiny step.
Posted by Noa on October 31, 2004, at 7:09:08
In reply to Re: Chamique Holdsclaw, posted by Glydin on October 30, 2004, at 18:24:06
It's a whole lot better than it used to be, so I believe it will continue to improve. Part of the reason it's gotten better is because of celebs. I think William Styron's book, "Darkness Visible" and interviews he gave when it was published were a real watershed.
Posted by Glydin on October 31, 2004, at 11:28:34
In reply to Re: Chamique Holdsclaw » Glydin, posted by Noa on October 31, 2004, at 7:09:08
Being lost in a media blackout at times, I will have to check out that book. I do think the stigma matter is much better than previous. Our family is a bit of a generational model and I know things have improved over two generations. Hope it does continue----
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