Celebrities Share Their Battles with Depression: Finding Hope

What Famous People Have Said About Depression: Insights for the Mental Health Journey

Depression affects people of all backgrounds, socioeconomic classes, races, genders, and professions. Celebrities and public figures are no exception, with many experiencing the challenges of depression throughout their lives.

Some influential individuals have used their public platforms to raise awareness about mental health and reduce stigma. By sharing their personal experiences, these figures help others understand they aren’t alone in their struggles and may encourage those suffering to seek professional support.

From actors and musicians to other public personalities, here are some powerful quotes from those who have spoken openly about depression.

Pink

Pink has been candid about seeing a therapist since she was 22. As an advocate for mental health, she states, “I believe in self-confrontation and just getting things out. What I love about therapy is that they’ll tell you what your blind spots are. Although that’s uncomfortable and painful, it gives you something to work with.”

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande opened up about depression on Instagram by expressing a quote. She said, “Depression is your body saying, ‘I don’t want to be this character anymore. I don’t want to hold up this avatar that you’ve created in the world. It’s too much for me.”

Winona Ryder

Winona Ryder stated the following about her experience with depression: “You can’t pay enough money to cure that feeling of being broken and confused. It’s not like every day’s been great ever since. You have good days and bad days, and depression’s something that, y’know, is always with you.”

Glenn Close

Glenn Close has stated that she was diagnosed with depression in 2008. About the illness, she says, “I felt this inertia that would come over me … You think of something, and it just seems too much, too hard. That’s how it manifested in me.”

Halle Berry

“I was sitting in my car, and I knew the gas was coming when I had an image of my mother finding me. She sacrificed so much for her children, and to end my life would be an incredibly selfish thing to do. My sense of worth was so low. I had to reprogram myself to see the good in me. Because someone didn’t love me didn’t mean I was unlovable. That’s what the break-up of my marriage reduced me to. It took away my self-esteem. It beat me down to the lowest of lows.”

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga described how debilitating depression can be when she wrote, “I was angry, cynical and had this deep sadness like an anchor dragging everywhere I go. I just didn’t feel like fighting anymore. I didn’t feel like standing up for myself one more time – to one more person who lied to me. I felt like I was dying – my light completely out.”

Adele

Adele has also been open about her struggles with depression. She states, “I’m very available to depression. I can slip in and out of it quite easily. It started when my granddad died, when I was about ten, and while I never had a suicidal thought, I have been in therapy, lots.” She also went on to struggle with postpartum depression after the birth of her son, which was frightening to her. However, she found support in talking to other parents about their experiences.

Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell had much to say about depression: “For me, depression is not sadness. It’s not having a bad day and needing a hug. It gave me a complete and utter sense of isolation and loneliness. Its debilitation was all-consuming, and it shut down my mental circuit board. I felt worthless, like I had nothing to offer, like I was a failure. Now, after seeking help, I can see that those thoughts, of course, couldn’t have been more wrong.”

Finding Support Through Telehealth Therapy

Depression manifests differently for each person, with symptoms varying in type and intensity. The good news is that effective support is available. Everyone experiences symptoms differently, but relief from feelings of sadness, loneliness, and hopelessness is possible with proper support.

Connecting with a licensed clinical social worker through telehealth services like ReachLink can help you explore the factors contributing to your depression and develop personalized strategies to manage your symptoms. Research suggests that online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person counseling for treating symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Virtual therapy offers a convenient way to access mental health support without leaving your home. Through secure video sessions with a licensed clinical social worker, you can discuss your concerns in a comfortable environment and receive the support needed to navigate your mental health journey.

Takeaway

Depression is a mental health condition that can affect anyone, regardless of their background, achievements, or social status. From Olympic athletes to award-winning actors, depression doesn’t discriminate. If you’re experiencing depression, remember that you don’t have to face it alone. ReachLink connects you with licensed clinical social workers experienced in helping clients manage depression symptoms through evidence-based therapeutic approaches delivered via convenient, accessible telehealth services.