Hello —
I’d like to share something personal with you today because I believe there’s still stigma and a lack of understanding around mental health.
When I was a young woman in college, I had my first experience with depression. At first, I thought I was just having a bad patch. Then, my roommate said to me, “You need to figure out how to get some help.”
Thankfully, I listened. I got help.
I had the same experience with depression after I became a young mom. It was a little worse that time, but I was so blessed to have access to resources and knew I was able to get help. Not everyone has that.
Sharing my story with depression wasn’t difficult. It’s a story millions of Americans have lived firsthand — either themselves or somebody else they really love. I felt it was my responsibility to help break the stigma and speak out in the hope that it would make it easier for others to share their stories.
But it’s not just important for me to talk about it — as your Senator, it’s important for me to use my position and take action to help people get the help they need. That’s why I’m introducing a few bills to address the mental health crisis in our country and make sure folks have access to critical resources.
We in the Senate have to do the work to help millions of folks struggling during this mental health crisis. I’m asking you to support my work to expand access to mental health services for all Americans. Add your name:
If you or someone you love is suffering from a mental health issue, know this: You are not alone. I won’t stop until every American has access to resources and gets the help they need.
Hope is on the horizon.
— Tina
