• By

    Dana Sparks

    Ruth Nearly Lost Her Life to Depression

Ruth Tibesar sitting on patio and speaking out about depression, sadness, suicide

Watch: Ruth's Story

Many people suffer from the deep sadness, loss of interest and hopelessness associated with depression. Ruth nearly lost her life to depression. But because she survived, she's determined to spread the message that even when things seem very dark, there is hope. She wants more people to talk about the stigma and struggles associated with depression.  [TRT 1:50]

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