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Post by Livleen Vazhapilly on Apr 5, 2018 10:07:03 GMT -4
Selena Gomez on Instagram Fatigue, Good Mental Health, and Stepping Back From the Limelight- This a fairly decent article that is touching a very unexpected topic for a company like "vogue". This article makes her seem more real and human. Her struggles lets her become more relatable despite the " million dollar pantene hair". The "I am you" persona of celebrities is a nice change for once from the untouchable larger than life persona we are are all used to.It interesting to see how the author incorprated her admitting of her heartbreak as a "psychotherapy" session because many artist use their craft as an outlet to make things more authentic. As the article digs deeper it paints her as a regular person normalizing the need for help and checking herself into a psych facility and how disconnection from her world and her identity in front of the world that she had to maintain was a safe harbor. Ms Gomez's admittance of how she experience a change in the audience who like her music from kids doing pinky promises to audlts who drink and smoke because they are finding a way to deal with life is a beautiful example that the author of this article gave to make her so relatable and showcase how she thinks as a person. Ms Gomez's mentions of her mother and her sense of responsibility of being given the stardom life sort of indebt her to her mother and some of the mentions she makes it feel as though her mother is vicariously living through Ms Gomez as she is was part of the typical "pagent circuit" and how her mom sacrificed a lot to get her there. It's also interesting how the mention DBT and how mindfullness practice helped her.
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Post by Jessica Denhartog - SGU on Apr 5, 2018 10:22:42 GMT -4
‘You are not alone’: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson opens up about depression
What I found eye opening about this article was the line where Dwayne Johnson had said to this day his mother has no recollection of the suicide attempt. It is a strong line that shows you the effects of depression on the throught process. When depressed individuals are at the severity that they have suicidal ideation their thought process isn’t functioning properly. I personally think that the gravity of suicide isn’t fully comprehended when these individuals take their own lives or attempt to. I hope that for Mr. Johnson to come out about his own personal experiences with depression and suicidal ideation it will show those suffering from depression that they’re not alone and it can happen to anybody. Hopefully seeing celebrities talk about their battle with depression will make the diagnosis less taboo. Also, hopefully it will destroy the old thought that ‘money can buy happiness’ and show people that their life isn’t hopeless just because they were passed up for the promotion or got fired. There’s always something else out there and there is always someone willing to help. I’ve seen firsthand the devastation of depression and suicide on a family. It wasn’t that long ago that my uncle committed suicide. Unfortunately, rather than seek help he choose to fight his battle alone. It came as a shock to everybody because what we saw of him was a happy father to a beautiful family. So if this interview with Mr. Johnson can spare families the devastation of losing a loved one and show inflicted individuals that there is hope and help available I think it’s a success on his part.
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Post by Livleen Vazhapilly on Apr 5, 2018 10:37:47 GMT -4
"Zayn Opens Up About Conquering Anxiety Prepping Album No. 2 -- and Why He's Been Living on a Farm"- This article was sort of interesting for me since I am not familiar with this artist and his work as much as I was with the others, but this has to be the most interesting one so far just because Zayne goes against all conventional norms of what you expect most people in his industry to do he seems to be more reflective and self aware and thinks out things before.His contemplation about life, music and relationship seems like a healthy balance. The descriptions below his picture of the brand proposition wasn't the greatest part of the article but makes me wonder who this article is targeted towards in terms of the audience. Its interesting how he chose his role model to be Sia and the admiration behind how she navigated stardom is the reason he admires her is something thats open to interpretation to see if he emulates some of it in his life.
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Post by Jessica DenHartog - SGU on Apr 5, 2018 11:04:10 GMT -4
“Zayn Opens Up About Conquering Anxiety”
After reading what Mr. Malik experienced during his time with one direction and the effects it plays on mental health, you really can sympathize with him. To go from a fairly regular life to being thrown into a bad that was a huge success can be extremely difficult, not only physically but mentally as well. Especially at such a young age. He paints a picture throughout the article of how this lifestyle impacted his mental functioning. He's honest about his experience and his battle with not only his anxiety but an eating disorder he developed as well. I appreciate that he tell you the honest truth, he doesn't sugar coat anything. Anxiety is a serious issue that affects many individuals world wide. The fact that he was able to function at such a high level during the midst of his anxiety is inspiring. It seems like he has found his coping mechanism by escaping to rural areas that remind him of home when possible. I think that is a good balance. It can't be easy to be so far away from family for so long. I hope when people that suffer from severe anxiety read this message they realize that they're not the only ones going through it and realize that they can get help. Hopefully, they learn that they are able to achieve great things they strive to accomplish and get the help they deserve.
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Post by Jessica DenHartog - SGU on Apr 5, 2018 11:06:46 GMT -4
‘You are not alone’: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson opens up about depression
What I found eye opening about this article was the line where Dwayne Johnson had said to this day his mother has no recollection of the suicide attempt. It is a strong line that shows you the effects of depression on the throught process. When depressed individuals are at the severity that they have suicidal ideation their thought process isn’t functioning properly. I personally think that the gravity of suicide isn’t fully comprehended when these individuals take their own lives or attempt to. I hope that for Mr. Johnson to come out about his own personal experiences with depression and suicidal ideation it will show those suffering from depression that they’re not alone and it can happen to anybody. Hopefully seeing celebrities talk about their battle with depression will make the diagnosis less taboo. Also, hopefully it will destroy the old thought that ‘money can buy happiness’ and show people that their life isn’t hopeless just because they were passed up for the promotion or got fired. There’s always something else out there and there is always someone willing to help. I’ve seen firsthand the devastation of depression and suicide on a family. It wasn’t that long ago that my uncle committed suicide. Unfortunately, rather than seek help he choose to fight his battle alone. It came as a shock to everybody because what we saw of him was a happy father to a beautiful family. So if this interview with Mr. Johnson can spare families the devastation of losing a loved one and show inflicted individuals that there is hope and help available I think it’s a success on his part.
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Post by Jessica DenHartog - SGU on Apr 5, 2018 11:17:23 GMT -4
“Selena Gomez on Instagram Fatigue, Good Mental Health, and Stepping Back From the Limelight”
What I like about this article is not only does it explain mental health, but it also shows how medical diagnosis can play a huge role in the development of mental health issues. Selena explains how after being diagnosed with lupus on top of the stresses of being on tour really affected her well being. She states that not only was she suffering from depression and anxiety, but also panic attacks. However, through all that she was still concerned about what she was giving to her fans, rather than what she was doing to herself. The lifestyle of fame and fortune isn't always what it is painted up to be and I think Selena really does a good job of showing the effects if can have on mental health is some individuals. We place celebrities on such high pedestals that we forget they are human like the rest of us. But again as in all the cases for the public to hear their idols talking about such personal issues as mental health, I believe it will help to dissolve the stigma against mental illness. This is hopefully will allow more individuals to seek help and get the help they need to live a life they enjoy.
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Post by Gilbert on Apr 5, 2018 13:02:51 GMT -4
Zayn, another super star, famous with a equally famous superstar girlfriend, adorned by millions, having it made, now coming out with his conquor over anxiety, and why he was out on some farm, is this becoming a fad of some kind, almost every famous person is mentally ill; whether or not they were public about it. Now is he still a performer, having over come this anxiety and seen he has not done a tour maybe he still has something going on. Also avoiding topics of the era of brexit or anything to do with trump may be for the best, for anyone, and wanting to go to pakistan, then go already. Ok so thanks to 1D he went from stress to personality disorder to eating disorder, again did he had some one keeping him in check. Its good he has recovered, hopefully fully recovered, we will see how he fairs onwards.
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Post by Jacqueline Ford on Apr 5, 2018 13:58:25 GMT -4
‘You are not alone’: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson opens up about depression
“We all go thru the sludge/[expletive] and depression never discriminates,” he continued. “Took me a long time to realize it but the key is to not be afraid to open up. Especially us dudes have a tendency to keep it in. You’re not alone.”
This quote from the article really resonates with me, and I think The Rock really brings up an important issue here. I think sometimes we see through the glass these celebrities with "perfect" lives, big houses, lots of money, and it's easy to think that they don't go through the same struggles that everyone else does. I have always respected The Rock because he always promotes working for everything that you are given, and I respect him even more for opening up about his and his mother's struggle with depression. All too often the issues of mental illness are viewed as "taboo" and they aren't talked about. I think for many people just being able to see that even people like The Rock will help someone out there that is also struggling. Another thing that really hit me was, in this he says, "especially us dudes." I think this touches on how growing up, especially males are supposed to be unbreakable and show no emotion. When I was growing up, crying was seen as being weak, we should suck it up, be strong. This mentality is dangerous and people often hide how they feel and don't seek help when they need it. I think this mentality also applies to physicians. We are the ones that people come to FOR help, we should not be the ones that need help. The taboo mentality surrounding mental illness needs to change, so that people are not afraid to seek help. I respect The Rock for not being afraid to admit that we all go through the same struggles, and you shouldn't be ashamed to be open about it and seek help when needed.
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Post by Wendy De La Rua on Apr 5, 2018 14:02:07 GMT -4
“You are not alone”: Dwayne “The Rock “Johnson opens up about depression Depression as Mr. Johnson clearly stated does affect all genders, ages, and races. When a public figure opens up about their battle and struggles many people tend to find the courage and are more willing to ask for help. However, there should be more programs and screening in people’s daily life that can help prevent events like the one his mother suffered. There are many people like him that have witnessed another family member attempt or actually commit suicide and that’s a traumatic experience very hard to process and handle. I’m surprised that The Rock went through all this as a young kid. When you look at him he looks so strong and always smiling. However, as a famous phrase says “don’t judge a book by its cover.” We never know what someone else is going through and how hard their lives have been. Anyone can be affected by this condition at any point in time. I admire him for using his platform to open up about this topic and show others that even celebrities can suffer from depression. His story will raise awareness and hopefully, increase funds to help and support these people who are nowadays struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts. Providing more resources for example in schools could help children that are going through a rough moment or that might have a close friend or relative that is going through this. This could prevent worsening of the disease and/or a suicide attempt.
Zayn Opens Up About Conquering Anxiety, Prepping Album No.2—and Why He’s Benn Living on a Farm Millions of people worldwide suffer from anxiety. Unfortunately, not everyone looks for help or are even aware of the condition they’re suffering because like many illness anxieties can manifest with different symptoms. Celebrities are usually affected by this condition. They have the pressure of their managers, their deadlines, their own expectations and goals and then the public options of the fans. On top of all this, they have to deal with interviews and social media that always put them on the spot, waiting for the mistake that will eventually happen, because they are just human, to judge and critique them. Zayn not only have the pressure of starting a career as a solo artist but also, he has to deal with his past work as a member of 1D. Celebrities sometimes are forced to do music and performances that they don’t like or that are not their ideal style but that’s what’s trending or what people are expecting. All this little by little can affect their health and balance. Zayn, although really young, has learned how to control his mental health; looks like he found what he really wants and has learned not to live with other’s opinions and desires. He has been finding a balance between what he likes and what the fans like too, so he can make a living and he is working based on that. It is really hard to deal with all this pressure and not to quit your dreamed job or hurt yourself. There should be more groups and therapy for people with anxiety, the more knowledge people can have about an illness the faster they can recognize it and seek help before it leads them to a breakdown. To his advantages, he has support from family and friends that are always near him, helping not only with his music and projects but also watching that he takes care of himself first.
Selena Gomez and Mental Health In my opinion, having the privilege of being famous at a young age can have sometimes more cons than pros. It must be very excited to be known since you’re a little kid and everyone wanting to be your friend and hanging out with you; however, the pressure that comes with all these perks is sometimes too much to handle. Celebrities can’t enjoy life as freely as others. They are almost always watched by someone else ready to expose their daily habits. Selena had the great opportunity of achieving a stable economy at a young age. However, she wasn’t ready to become as famous as she is. She needed time to discover herself, to have good and bad decisions, to live as a teenager, experiment and try new things that would help her find her way/purpose in life. This has been hard for her because everywhere she goes and every action she takes the whole world will know about it and she will be judged. The pressure of doing the “right thing” and to know let people down have been too much for her sometimes. Most of the time, we (fans and not-famous people) don’t realize how hard it must be for celebrities to be able to enjoy a peaceful and relaxed day, without having paparazzi following you all the time. Fortunately, she was able to find a way to cope with her anxiety and fatigue. Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) has been found by many people to be very effective. This type of therapy can show people to find strategies that help them to manage those intense feeling and believes that area leading them to a breakdown. Information and education are key to everything. If people knew about the resources and methods that exist to help deal with conditions such as anxiety, extreme stress, fatigue, depression, to name a few, many people’s mental health deterioration could be prevented. For those that don’t seek help and don’t like to show vulnerability, mental health screening during annual physical exams could be very important.
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Post by Jacqueline Ford on Apr 5, 2018 14:51:20 GMT -4
Selena Gomez on Instagram Fatigue, Good Mental Health, and Stepping Back From the Limelight
In this interview, we can definitely get the feeling of how vulnerable Selena feels being a celebrity and the impact that it has had on her mental health. When we think of celebrities I think we have a tendency to think that they have such a luxurious life, but we don't tend to think about how they are always being scrutinized by the eyes of the public. I thought it was really interesting how she explains that her tours are lonely for her. She sings in front of thousands of fans, yet she feels that she's alone and not good enough. This is a really important part of the perception of mental illness in general. Since mental illness is not something that we can see physically, or measure in a lab, it is all about perception. We often have no idea how a person is truly feeling on the inside. I think that it really says a lot about her that she realized that she needed help and checked herself into treatment to seek help. When she says, “I wish more people would talk about therapy. We girls, we’re taught to be almost too resilient, to be strong and sexy and cool and laid-back, the girl who’s down. We also need to feel allowed to fall apart." this really resonated with me. I think she is an inspiration to so many young women, that encouraging this mentality and showing this kind of vulnerability will help to break the stigma of mental illness.
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Post by Jacqueline Ford on Apr 5, 2018 15:20:15 GMT -4
Zayn Opens Up About Conquering Anxiety, Prepping Album No. 2 -- and Why He's Been Living on a Farm
The author of the article paints the picture of a such a cool, calm, and collected person, Zayn Malik, yet he struggles with anxiety. I think this presents the same message as the other articles today in that celebrities also struggle in the same ways as everyone else, even if we don't visibly see it. It is completely understandable though how that lifestyle would be so difficult. He went from a normal everyday teenager to a superstar, thrown in the public spotlight in the blink of an eye. I think it is inspiring now how he has learned to only do what he is comfortable with and is not simply conforming to what people may like the most or what would make him the most money. He states that when he was on tour with One Direction: “You lose your sense of intuition and instinct about what you really need, and what’s right for you.” I think that it is really an accomplishment for him to have realized how that lifestyle was negatively affecting him and he took steps to get out of that situation. Now he spends time on a farm because "it feels grounded" and I can understand, that sense of comfort is something that we all need and strive for so we can all cope with the "craziness" and stress of everyday life. It's inspirational that he was able to take a step back and figure out what works for him.
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Post by Leo on Apr 6, 2018 14:50:49 GMT -4
‘You are not alone’: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson opens up about depression
Poor and impressionable or wealthy and having a strong personality figure like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, depression doesn’t discriminate. I know it is probably hard imagining The Rock as depressed, but fame and wealth doesn’t magically make us more than human. In fact, these same factors in many cases serve as stressors and ultimately catalysts for mental health issues. Dwayne experienced something I wouldn’t wish on anyone; seeing your mom attempt suicide is definitely up there with traumatic experiences in my book. We all have our breaking point; those social stressors…those triggers. For his mom it was having her family evicted and for Dwayne it was having a dream taken from him because of injury and losing the one he loved. It is important that society becomes more aware and open with mental health issues so that we may break the stigma surrounding it. The Rock coming forward and letting the world know what he and his family went through will in no doubt give others the confidence to seek help for their own issues. It is quite clear that his aim is to let others know they are not alone and that they need not be ashamed. Having mental issues doesn’t make us weak, not trying to fix them does.
Zayn Opens Up About Conquering Anxiety, Prepping Album No. 2 -- and Why He's Been Living on a Farm
It is easy as music lovers to fall in love with the seemingly attractive lifestyles of artists, forgetting that the image the public sees is one that has been carefully painted by managers, producers and the industry on a whole. Zayn reveals a side that most people are unaware of but is easily identifiable if one really pays attention. The demands that such a lifestyle puts on some artists can be unforgiving and strenuous and may ultimately lead to unforeseen problems. For Zayn, being thrown in such a demanding lifestyle at an early age was damaging. He was left with anxiety and developed an eating disorder. It is significant that Zayn identified food as one of the only things he could control, suggesting how little control he had over everything else. “Food was something I could control, so I did.” A bombardment of lifestyle changes and choices that are out of your control could serve as a catalyst for the development of anxiety. It is good that he has the support of his girlfriend and of his parents. We all know how vital family and social support is for a positive outcome in the case of mental issues. It is “funny” how we can be surrounded by colleagues and yet feel so alone.
Selena Gomez on Instagram Fatigue, Good Mental Health, and Stepping Back From the Limelight
Selena Gomez is undergoing an experience that i am sure many other Disney stars have gone through. Firstly, the stress of living her life under the scrutiny of the public at an early age. Secondly, the difficulties surrounding the transformation process form a child star to an adult. Thirdly, the demands of her fan base to see her performance on and off stage meet their expectations, post the transformation process. Fourthly, the fear and possibly reality of being a failure and disappointment to her fans. Like others, Selena’s problems come from the high stress and demand of living a life in the public eye along with triggers or stressors of love loss and illnesses. She even displays inappropriate guilt towards her mother’s change in lifestyle and took a major blow to her self-esteem. It is good that Selena has found solace in DBT, so much so that she almost sounds like a spokesperson for the therapy technique. Selena is proof that therapy, once you have found the right technique for you, can be very helpful in overcoming handicaps caused by mental issues. Therapy allows for the development of fresh perspectives and new skills that may prove helpful in dealing with social stressors. It improves relationships and allows the individual to regain a sense of self-empowerment. For what are mental disorders but the failure of our ego defences to resolve conflict and prevent undesirable feelings like anxiety and depression.
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Post by Jerome Couture - UMHS on Apr 7, 2018 16:59:37 GMT -4
‘You are not alone’: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson open up about depression
When I first read this article, it came to me as a shock. I've always been a great fan of Dwayne Johnson, not only because of his recent movies but also because of his strong and infectious personality. I can't even begin to imagine how hard it was for him to watch his own mother, the person whom many of us grow up to love and care for, attempt suicide. Depression is a taboo subject, no doubt about that. Which is why we need more people like Mr. Johnson. People who are willing to look past societal norms and expectations in order to better themselves and society as a hole. The fear of criticism (eg. for weak-minded, lazy, etc) or what people may think all too often prevents many from seeking the help they need. It is time to normalize the conversation and educate the public that depression is in fact a treatable condition.
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Post by Jerome Couture - UMHS on Apr 7, 2018 19:22:27 GMT -4
Selena Gomez on Instagram Fatigue, Good Mental Health, and Stepping Back From the Limelight
Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms are ingenious ways for people to stay connected, wherever they may be in the world. What I dislike about these platforms is the ease with which people can misuse these for shallow purposes. Counting the number of "Likes" each post gets, choosing to show only the "perfect" life by omitting those things we wish to keep private. All these things make social media a superficial and addictive way of creating an alternate identity of our choosing. These things considered, it's easy to understand why so many celebrities deal with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. Constantly portraying a public image that may not always be accurate, pleasing an international fan base on a daily/weekly basis. We sometimes forget that these people are like any other.
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Post by Jerome Couture - UMHS on Apr 8, 2018 0:02:46 GMT -4
Zayn Opens Up About Conquering Anxiety, Prepping Album No. 2 -- and Why He's Been Living on a Farm
We've all suffered from anxiety in some way or form, whether is was before taking that big exam or getting on a plane for the first time. The real difference in how people experience this anxiety lies within they coping skills. I think this article greatly outlines Zayn's cooping mechanisms, one being escaping the spotlight to various private locations including a small farm in Pennsylvania, and the other being the presence of a social support group which includes friends, loved ones, and family. One thing is for sure, regardless of status, fame, or wealth, it is crucial to develop good coping skills in order to deal with the stresses of life.
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