Brought to you by the Depression Is Real Coalition, The Down & Up Show is dedicated to the reality of depression. Our hosts will talk with some of the world's top experts on depression, as well as people who have been impacted by this illness. The reality of depression is that it is a debilitating and potentially deadly medical condition that affects more than 15 million Americans every year. The other reality of depression is that there is hope.

Down & Up Show #6: Knowing When It's Time to Seek Help

Dr. Ken Duckworth, Medical Director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) speaks with Dr. Ellen Frank about knowing when and how to seek help for depression.

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Down & Up Show #5: Recovery is Possible

Dr. Ellen Frank is joined by Sue Bergeson, President, Depression Bipolar Support Alliance, and Terrie Williams, inspirational author and celebrity public relations agent. They discuss their experiences with depression and offer help for those seeking recovery from this illness.

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Down & Up Show #4: Depression & Military Service

Colonel Robert Ireland, Department of Defense, Health Affairs, speaks with Dr. Ellen Frank about mental health programs for returning veterans and their families. And, Representative Patrick Kennedy (D-RI) returns to discuss pending legislation that would benefit veterans with PTSD.

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Down & Up Show #3: Depression & Families

Representative Patrick Kennedy (D-RI) and Dr. Marion Sills from the Children's Hospital in Denver Colorado join host Dr. Ellen Frank discussing the affect of depression on families. Rep. Kennedy shares some of his personal stories about depression and Dr. Sills discusses her recent research into the impact parental depression has on the health care of children.

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Down & Up Show #2: Mental Illness and Campus Life

Hosted by Dr. Ellen Frank. The Down & Up Show's second episode features Dr. David Shern, President and CEO, Mental Health America discussing with Dr. Frank issues surrounding "Mental Illness and Campus Life." This show answers some of the questions arising from the Virginia Tech tragedy.

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