Tag: Stigma

ADHD, a neurological condition, can be challenging for both children and parents in the Jewish community, leading to feelings of shame and isolation.
The text discusses the challenges faced by single mothers in balancing self-care and beauty routines with the responsibilities of parenting.
Language plays a crucial role in how we perceive and discuss mental health, and the use of stigmatizing or trivializing language can have harmful effects on individuals dealing with mental illness.
The article emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing the diverse challenges within the Jewish community, challenging stereotypes of uniform prosperity and resilience.
The article discusses the suicide of Herschel Siegel, a beloved graduate of Yeshiva University.
The author, a cantor who stutters, discusses the deep connection between his Jewish and stuttering identities, both related to the experience of time.
The individuals interviewed share their experiences as divorced parents within the Jewish community.
Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner has made it his mission to destigmatize mental wellness and suicide in the Jewish community after experiencing the suicide of his brother.
Emily Kramer-Golinkoff, a woman battling a rare form of cystic fibrosis, the Ashkenazi mutation, founded Emilys Entourage, a nonprofit aimed at funding research for nonsense mutations of CF that lack effective treatment options.
In this episode of Unorthodox, Jewish writer Daphne Merkin discusses her book "This Close to Happy: A Reckoning With Depression," blending memoir, case study, and confession.
Stephen Fried emphasizes the importance of addressing mental illness within the Jewish community, pointing out that there is a lack of open discussion about mental health issues, failed awareness efforts, and outdated beliefs like relying solely on prayer for treatment.
Efforts are being made within the Jewish community to address the taboo surrounding suicide and mental illness.