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Founded in 2007 by Hannah Dawnielle, Defeat Depression was started to help anyone struggling with mental illness, with its goal being to talk to everyone that reaches out for help by creating an online support system.
Defeat Depression is also dedicated to raising awareness about mental illness to help erase the stigma surrounding those with mental illness.
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My name is Hannah Dawnielle, and I started Defeat Depression back in 2007 when I was 15.
I always get asked why I started DD, and truth be told its because I don't want other people to suffer from depression and its adverse effects like I did. I wanted to create an outlet because everyone should have somewhere to go when they're feeling upset, down, depressed, etc.
Currently I am diagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder type II, ADD, OCD (dermatillomania), insomnia, and anxiety.
Hello world, I'm Cary Cheyenne. I'm a writer and a Message Mentor for Defeat Depression. I've been working with Hannah for over a year now and I'm very dedicated to Defeat Depression.
I'm all about reaching out to others, raising awareness and relating to others, in general. I was diagnosed with Clinical Depression and Panic Anxiety Disorder when I was 14 years old. When I was 16, I was diagnosed with Panic Disorder (quite different from Panic Anxiety Disorder).
Looking at me, you'd probably never be able to tell these things. I find this is the case for most people. I want to bring awareness to topics like this and let others know they're not alone. I want to inspire others to support people even if they're not completely sure what they're dealing with! I can't even begin to tell you how much all of it has affected my life. I have a very long and detailed story to tell. Ask me about it, I'll fill you in. And I'd love to hear your story!
I am Helen, 27 years old and suffered from severe Depression for two years. I recovered with the help of CBT therapy, and have since dedicated my time to helping those with mental illnesses. I am patient, and a good listener and will always help in any way I can.
I'm very creative and believe that art in any form can help people get better.
I enjoy the little things in life; cupcakes, animals, gardening, poetry, friendship, and films. I also have a zombie obsession!