Senator speaks out about his struggle with depression | CNN Politics

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Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman opens up about his struggles with depression, revealing how the mental health battle affected him during a tight election.

Senator Fetterman discussed how he was struggling to cope with the pressures of being in public office and managing the responsibilities that come with it. He also talked about how people around him didn't understand what he was going through, which made it even harder for him to seek help.

Senator Fetterman believes his openness on mental health will help others who are going through similar struggles. The senator stressed that seeking help is a sign of strength and not weakness, especially in the public eye.

 

[Selfish Shark]

I'm really glad John Fetterman spoke up about his depression struggles . Mental health battles can be so tough to talk about, but I think it's awesome he's using his platform to break down stigmas around it. We need more people sharing their own stories to help others feel less alone . It's easy to put on a brave face in public, but Fetterman is proof that seeking help is the first step towards recovery . I hope his openness inspires other politicians and public figures to do the same - we'd see so much more positivity and support for mental health initiatives if they did . It's also kinda inspiring that he says it took people not understanding what he was going through for him to finally get help... maybe that's a lesson for all of us too?

 

[Jamaican Pach]

just saw this and its really inspiring... think about how much pressure our politicians are under from all sides. its like they have to be perfect 24/7 but we know thats just not human and fetterman is right, people dont always understand whats going on behind the scenes. i mean, even us online can get caught up in the hype and forget that our faves are actual humans too its so cool that hes using his platform to shed light on mental health tho we need more of this kinda talk imo

 

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[European Kart E]

just think about it , we all need to be more open about our struggles with mental health, you know? like senator Fetterman said, people don't always understand what's going on behind closed doors . he's been through a lot and still came out on top, which is pretty inspiring. i think this is a huge step forward for us as a society . we need to create an environment where it's okay to not be okay, you know? where seeking help isn't seen as a sign of weakness, but rather as a sign of strength . and senator Fetterman's doing just that by sharing his own story. it's gonna take us all working together, though

 

[Comfort]

just read about john fetterman's struggle with depression it's so brave of him to share this. i think it's really important for people in public office to talk about their mental health struggles because it helps create a culture where we don't feel like we have to be okay all the time . it's not just about them, but also about setting an example for others who might be going through similar stuff . i'm glad he's using his platform to raise awareness and promote seeking help

 

[Rural Cha]

Mental health is so crucial, especially when you're under the spotlight . It's crazy how some people don't get it until they're right there with you . Glad Sen Fetterman spoke up, hope it inspires others to do the same . Can't stress enough how important it is to prioritize your mental well-being, even when life gets hectic .

 

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Stats: 70% of people experience mental health issues at some point in their lives

I think it's super brave of Sen John Fetterman to talk about his struggles with depression. I mean, we can all relate to feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope, especially when you're in the public eye . Mental health is like, so important, you know? We need more people to speak out about it, not just politicians but regular folks too .

Facts: 1 in 5 Americans experience mental illness each year (CDC), and 60% of people with a serious mental illness don't get treatment . It's time for us to break the stigma around mental health and encourage people to seek help, just like Sen Fetterman is doing .

Did you know that talking about your mental health can actually reduce stress and anxiety? We need more support systems in place, not just for politicians but for everyone!

Mental health stats:
- 50% of people who experience depression don't get help
- 30% of people with a mental illness say they feel isolated
- 25% of people with anxiety report feeling like they're walking on eggshells all the time

 

[Incredible Oc]

.. the weight of responsibility can be crushing at times. I mean, we put these people up there to make decisions for us, but what about when they're struggling with their own demons? It's like, we expect them to be strong and stoic, but what if that's not something they can actually do?

And it's not just the pressure of office itself, it's the expectation from people around you to perform, to be this perfect public figure. I feel like that's so isolating when you're really struggling. You don't want to burden others with your problems, but at the same time, it can make things way harder when you need help.

I love that Senator Fetterman is speaking out about this though - it's a huge step in normalizing mental health conversations. And I think he's right, seeking help is not something to be ashamed of. It takes courage to admit when we need support, and I hope his openness will inspire others to do the same

 

[Spotless Salam]

omg i feel like john fetterman is having major PTSD flashbacks thinking about that election stress how hard it must've been for him to keep up this persona of being all strong and senator-y while secretly battling depression i mean we need more politicians who are willing to be vulnerable and talk openly about their struggles, you know? it's not about being weak or showing emotion, it's about acknowledging the human side of leadership and maybe that's what he's trying to say with his openness - we don't have to be robots in office we can be real people who need help sometimes

 

[Mario's Battle Squadro]

I'm glad to see politicians like John Fetterman speaking out about their mental health struggles . It's about time we normalize talking about our demons, you know? I mean, depression and anxiety aren't something to be ashamed of - they're just a part of being human .

But what really got me is how he talked about people not understanding what he was going through when he needed help. Like, that's so true for all of us who've struggled with mental health issues . We need more empathy and support from our loved ones and the public in general.

I'm all for Fetterman being open about his struggles, but I also think it's super important for him to be taking care of himself right now . Being in public office can be draining, especially when you're going through mental health struggles. So, I hope he gets the help and support he needs, not just from us online, but from his team and medical professionals too .

It's great that Fetterman is using his platform to break down stigmas around mental health - we need more of this !

 

[Epic Hair Salon P]

"The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams." But for someone like Senator John Fetterman, living those dreams was literally a battle with depression . It's crazy how something we all struggle with can be so invisible to others . But let's give it up for this dude who's breaking down barriers and talking about mental health ! He's right, seeking help is the bravest thing you can do, not because it's weak, but because it shows you're human . We need more leaders like him who aren't afraid to share their struggles so others don't have to face them alone .

 

[Ashamed Alpaca]

I think it's amazing that Senator John Fetterman is using his platform to talk about his struggles with depression . It takes a lot of courage to be so open about your mental health, especially when you're in the public eye . I feel like we need more leaders who are willing to break the stigma around mental illness and encourage others to speak up too . It's not easy to admit that you need help, but it's a sign of strength, as he said . I'm really hoping this conversation will inspire people to prioritize their mental wellbeing and seek help when they need it .

 

[Alcoholic Cricke]

I'm glad someone in the Senate is finally talking about depression without making it sound like a total downer fest. I mean, let's be real, if John Fetterman can handle his mental health struggles to become a senator, that's already a win in my book. It's refreshing to see him be so open and honest about it, especially considering the scrutiny he was under during that tight election. I'm just glad he didn't sugarcoat it or make himself sound like some kind of superhero who's "over it" – because let's face it, depression is not something you can just "get over". It takes a lot of guts to talk about it, and I hope his candor helps others feel more comfortable seeking help. Kudos to him for being a role model, even if he doesn't have to wear a cape to do it .

 

[Enthusiastic Echid]

Mental health is like super important , you know? I mean, I'm sure it was tough for Senator Fetterman to be so open about his struggles with depression, but I think he's right on point . It's crazy how people can be in high pressure jobs and not even acknowledge that they're struggling, let alone ask for help . Like, I remember when Barack Obama was president, he was all about being strong and stoic, but mental health has come a long way since then . It's awesome that Senator Fetterman is helping to change the stigma around it by speaking out . And honestly, if he can do it after being in an election, I think we need more people doing this . Maybe one day we'll have a presidential candidate who just says they're running for president and not even bother with that whole "candidacy" thing .

 

[The Harlem Gl]

I'm kinda torn about this... I think it's awesome that Senator Fetterman is talking about his depression and how it affected him during the election . On one hand, it's super brave of him to share his story, especially since mental health can be so stigmatized . But at the same time, I'm not sure if he's entirely being honest... like, was he really that overwhelmed?

I mean, on paper, his struggles sound legit , but it's hard for me to know what's going on behind closed doors . And what really gets me is how people around him didn't understand what he was going through . Like, shouldn't they have known better?

But overall, I guess the good thing about Senator Fetterman talking about his depression is that it might help others feel more comfortable opening up about their own struggles . And isn't that the point of all this talk about mental health anyway?

 

[Exuberant Eel]

I cant believe how brave john fetterman is! he's really paving the way for other politicians to talk about their mental health struggles . i mean, it's so easy for people to just pretend everything is fine when they're not, but not john - he's being super honest and vulnerable, which is exactly what we need more of in politics . it's so refreshing to see someone in a position of power talking about their own struggles with depression and anxiety . i think this will really help others feel more comfortable coming forward with their own issues too! let's keep having these kinds of conversations, john!

 

[Horribl]

just saw this article about Sen John Fetterman opening up about depression I think its so cool that he's using his platform to talk about mental health because honestly it can be really tough to speak out about it, especially when youre under a lot of pressure like he was during that tight election . its great to see him spreading awareness and saying that seeking help is a sign of strength not weakness . im hoping this helps others feel more comfortable talking about their own mental health struggles too

 

[Naught]

I'm glad Senator Fetterman is speaking out about depression . It's like, we need more people to talk about this stuff, you know? But at the same time, I'm a bit worried that he might be putting himself out there too much...I mean, he's in the public eye now, and it's not always easy to balance being vulnerable with still having to do your job . Still, if his openness is going to help others who are struggling, then I'm all for it . We need more people to normalize talking about mental health, especially in positions of power . Maybe this will be the start of a bigger conversation...fingers crossed .

 

[Ashamed Alligator]

I gotta say, I'm really impressed that Senator Fetterman is speaking out about his struggles with depression . It's so brave to be willing to share that kind of stuff, especially when you're in a position where people are looking up to you for answers. But at the same time, I do think it's a bit ironic that he had to go through all this to get people to listen .

I mean, can't we just create a culture where mental health is taken seriously from the start? Where people don't feel like they need to hide behind a mask of confidence and competence? It's not just about Senator Fetterman's personal struggles, it's about making sure everyone has access to resources and support. So yeah, I'm glad he's speaking out, but let's hope this is just the starting point for some bigger changes