Never once, during any of my bouts of depression, had I been inclined or able to pick up a telephone and ask a friend for help. It wasn't in me.
Kay Redfield JamisonRead
It's more common than not that bipolar illness will start in the teens. One of the reasons I spend a lot of time on college campuses is exactly that reason. It's terribly important to talk to students about knowing these things in advance.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Bipolar illness often begins in adolescence, making it crucial to educate students about it early on.
Kay Redfield Jamison emphasizes the importance of awareness regarding bipolar disorder, particularly during the teenage years when the illness frequently emerges. She advocates for discussions on mental health within college environments to prepare students for understanding and managing these conditions, highlighting the necessity of education and support during formative years.
Themes
BipolarMental HealthEducationAwarenessAdolescence
In practice
Example use cases
During a mental health awareness week, this quote can be used to highlight the importance of educating students about bipolar disorder.
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