Brought to you by the Depression Is Real Coalition, The Down & Up Show is dedicated to the reality of depression. Each week 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 #10: Shocked and Relieved

Former first lady of Massachusetts Kitty Dukakis discusses her battle with depression and treatment with electroconvulsive therapy with Dr. Ellen Frank.

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Down & Up Show #9: Kicking Depression

Dr. Ellen Frank speaks with Palm Beach Post "Kicking Depression" columnist Christine Stapleton about coming to terms with her depression and how she hopes her writing will help others who face this disease.

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Down & Up Show #8: Depression and the Dangers of Self-Medication

Lisa Morris joins Dr. Ellen Frank to bravely and honestly recount her self-destructive behavior, including using alcohol and pain killers, in an attempt to manage her depression. She also discusses what it's like to live with bipolar II disorder before and after seeking treatment.

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Down & Up Show #7: Depression and the African American Community

Depression and the African American community is this week's topic on the Down & Up show. Dr. Rahn Bailey, Director of the National Medical Association's psychiatry section and Terrie Williams, inspirational author and celebrity public relations agent, join Dr. Ellen Frank in a discussion about this important subject.

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