Comments to other group members:
To Raven:
"I found your post really interesting. The post made me re-think about the difficulty and feelings that comes across people during the process of birth. A line in particular that I liked was, "When she became pregnant it was no longer about herself, it was about “I have a baby growing inside of me, what I need to do to take care of this child?” She also began talking about how through raising children you are able to reflect and change some of the things you were brought up with." This is a pattern I notice with the people I interviewed as well. I think its because a new life brings joy but also a responsibility. And, raising a child is no easy task so mothers always learn a few life lessons along the way. This makes me wonder if there is such a thing as an 'ideal' way to raise a child if the parent is also in a way learning from the new life."
To Ben:
"I found your post really interesting. I also interviewed a teen mother where the father also stayed by her side. I was really moved because I saw photos of the couple holding and smiling at the new born. This furthered my question of whether teen pregnancy is really all that bad if it is raised by loving parents. A line I liked was, "In fact, he did not even mention the possibility of abortion to her, and when she finally brought it up as something she would prefer not to do, he agreed 100 percent. This was practically shocking to me; its as if this 17 year old boy who has not even finished high school yet feels that he is ready and wants a child." This may seem irrational at first, but I also think that the idea of birth provokes the decision of not doing abortion if it is the killing of a new life."
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Comments on my HW#36
From Raven:
"I enjoyed reading the account of your birth and it’s interesting that you mentioned the experience a person has with giving birth. I have always wondered what makes someone more experienced with giving birth than the next person and that is something I hope to learn in this unit. I also liked the line: “Living in Japan, my mother was affected by the assumptions people made about marriage and birth. This made me wonder if the culture here, in America, affects our decisions about pregnancy and birth as well.” I do believe the cultures in our society do influencec the way we view the process of pregnancy and birth because we follow the cultures of our society. I enjoyed reading your blog."
From Mom:
"I really enjoyed reading your post. I was also surprised about the teen mother, but through your post I found myself agreeing. If the mother has no regret with the child and really cherishes the new life, society should not be putting mothers down just because of age. A line I liked was, "My interview with her contradicted all my negative images of teen pregnancy. This dosn't mean we should have babies at a young age-but I'm starting to think it isn't always bad as long as your responsible enough."
From Ben:
"I was inspired by the amount of interesting ideas that I had not previously thought about that you were able to fit into this post. For instance, the way you describe your mothers reasons for having a child was largely based on cultural practices was very eye-opening for me. However, your most thought provoking line in my opinion was, "At first I felt bad for her, but I learned from her that having a baby at a young age isn't a 'mistake.' At least she dosn't think so. Why does our culture put down teen pregnancy so much?" This sentence really made me realize that so many people in our society look down on teen pregnancy, and yet usually don't provide any legitimate reasoning or evidence for their opinions. Great job!"
From Angela (Younger Commentor)
""Why does our culture put down teen pregnancy so much?"
I have to agree with this line because where my family is from, in Mexico it is quite common for most teenagers to be pregnant at this age, if not by their 20's. It seems that depending the culture, it will either reject or accept this idea. It was great that you got 3 people with 3 different experiences on the exact same subject and I feel that you also may have changed my mind a little. Maybe as long as you have the right support pregnancy shouldnt be looked as bad."
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
HW#36: Pregnancy & Birth Stories
1.) I felt a bit awkward as I sat next to my mother telling a story about me. She showed me a medical and welfare record of my daily growth-as though it was like her little treasure. When I asked her what influnced her to have a baby, she simply answered that in Japan it was assumed that when you get married, you have a child. It was a cultural influence. But regardless, she was happy that there was a new life growing inside of her. Nine months felt like forever to her and she wanted the baby to hurry up and come out. It was also a busy period for her as well-she was actually preparing to move to NY and had to finish papers. I was supposed to be due two days later, but my mother knew something was odd when she felt pain. She called the hospital but was told to just rest at home. She could not sleep at all and even when she went to the hospital the next day it wasn't until night time that I finally came out. The birth process was long and uncomfortable. Her thighs hurt instead of the stomache and my mother could tell the nurse never experienced birth herself.
Despite the fact that it was a bit odd asking my own mother how it felt giving birth to myself-I found myself understanding and agreeing with her opinions and thoughts. Living in Japan, my mother was affected by the assumptions people made about marridge and birth. This made me wonder if the culture here, in America, affects our decisions about pregnancy and birth as well. My mother's story also confirmed my understanding that pregnancy is not only a period of excitement-but it is also a period of stress and impatience. Nine months is a long time period. The moment of giving birth is even more tiresome and even painful. The comment she made about the nurse having no experience in birth made me wonder if its better if doctors who help deliver babies have birth experiences themselves.
2.)I knew teen pregnancy was commonplace, but I didn't think I end up knowing someone in that situation. I was shocked when I found out and had no idea how to react. I felt guilty for asking her questions for a history homework but she ended up telling me to ask her anything and that she trusts me to keep her anonymous. The pregnancy was unexpected but she is thankful for the new life. She worried about being able to graduate while having the responsibility of a child but I could tell she also has affections and loving feelings to the baby. When she found out about her pregnancy, she read as many books as she can about birth and pregnancy. She took walks until the 8th and 9th month. She also mentioned about how emotional she was.
At first I felt bad for her, but I learned from her that having a baby at a young age isn't a 'mistake.' At least she dosn't think so. Why does our culture put down teen pregnancy so much? I had to wonder this while I heard her story. She puts effort in her child while still being able to focus on school. A mother should be loving and responsible, so I think she will be a great mother despite the difficulties. I was also surprised that the father of the child is also willing to care and love for the child. I had a weird assumption that male teenagers don't want to do anything with a baby. My interview with her contradicted all my negative images of teen pregnancy. This dosn't mean we should have babies at a young age-but I'm starting to think it isn't always bad as long as your responsible enough.
3.) I actually found similar answers from this interviewee. She decided to have a baby with her husband after they both finished college and had a stable income. She found support from family members as well which helped her a lot through her pregnancy. Though the situation is the complete opposite from the teen mother, what they did during pregnancy were similar. She researched everything she can about birth and even excersized. She barely felt sick, but mentioned about how emotional she was. She even cried at movies that she never cried at before her pregnancy. She also mentioned about feeling uncomfortable with looks from strangers. She's not a teen mother, but some strangers think she is from her appearance and she really didn't like that.
Pregnancy brings many emotional and physical problems. She had a lot of support which I found really important in times of pregnancy. Nine months with barely no support is most likely really overwhelming. I didn't get to find someone who went through birth with no support at all so it made me wonder how hard it must be in that kind of situation. She emphasized how glad she was her family and her husband was for their support.
I am curious to know more about the emotional and psychological aspect of birth. I'm curious if support from others affect people's decisions and feelings about birth.
Despite the fact that it was a bit odd asking my own mother how it felt giving birth to myself-I found myself understanding and agreeing with her opinions and thoughts. Living in Japan, my mother was affected by the assumptions people made about marridge and birth. This made me wonder if the culture here, in America, affects our decisions about pregnancy and birth as well. My mother's story also confirmed my understanding that pregnancy is not only a period of excitement-but it is also a period of stress and impatience. Nine months is a long time period. The moment of giving birth is even more tiresome and even painful. The comment she made about the nurse having no experience in birth made me wonder if its better if doctors who help deliver babies have birth experiences themselves.
2.)I knew teen pregnancy was commonplace, but I didn't think I end up knowing someone in that situation. I was shocked when I found out and had no idea how to react. I felt guilty for asking her questions for a history homework but she ended up telling me to ask her anything and that she trusts me to keep her anonymous. The pregnancy was unexpected but she is thankful for the new life. She worried about being able to graduate while having the responsibility of a child but I could tell she also has affections and loving feelings to the baby. When she found out about her pregnancy, she read as many books as she can about birth and pregnancy. She took walks until the 8th and 9th month. She also mentioned about how emotional she was.
At first I felt bad for her, but I learned from her that having a baby at a young age isn't a 'mistake.' At least she dosn't think so. Why does our culture put down teen pregnancy so much? I had to wonder this while I heard her story. She puts effort in her child while still being able to focus on school. A mother should be loving and responsible, so I think she will be a great mother despite the difficulties. I was also surprised that the father of the child is also willing to care and love for the child. I had a weird assumption that male teenagers don't want to do anything with a baby. My interview with her contradicted all my negative images of teen pregnancy. This dosn't mean we should have babies at a young age-but I'm starting to think it isn't always bad as long as your responsible enough.
3.) I actually found similar answers from this interviewee. She decided to have a baby with her husband after they both finished college and had a stable income. She found support from family members as well which helped her a lot through her pregnancy. Though the situation is the complete opposite from the teen mother, what they did during pregnancy were similar. She researched everything she can about birth and even excersized. She barely felt sick, but mentioned about how emotional she was. She even cried at movies that she never cried at before her pregnancy. She also mentioned about feeling uncomfortable with looks from strangers. She's not a teen mother, but some strangers think she is from her appearance and she really didn't like that.
Pregnancy brings many emotional and physical problems. She had a lot of support which I found really important in times of pregnancy. Nine months with barely no support is most likely really overwhelming. I didn't get to find someone who went through birth with no support at all so it made me wonder how hard it must be in that kind of situation. She emphasized how glad she was her family and her husband was for their support.
I am curious to know more about the emotional and psychological aspect of birth. I'm curious if support from others affect people's decisions and feelings about birth.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
HW#35: Other People's Perspective 1
I was actually relieved at the answers I received from my interviewees. All five of them had a strong belief that birth is beautiful and natural. Though the process of birth can be painful or stressful, a baby is the start of a new life that should be treasured and loved. One respondent mentioned that, "We live in a culture that is silencing toward women's bodies, especially silencing of birth. Being able to birth where you want and with whoever you want is an essential facet of the struggle for reproductive rights." I can tell from those words that she is strongly dissatisfied at today's culture because birth is indeed, a right. Even if society views birth in a negative way, our strong beliefs that birth is beautiful still stays.
Another respondent mentioned that, "you never know how much of an impact the new born can have on the world." I found myself agreeing with this statement. Every individual, every life, can contribute to the world we live in-which just shows that birth is beautiful. The only difference in answers was about the controversy of abortion, which is understandable. One views that abortion is the killing of a life while those who are for it strongly said that the choice should be there. A respondent said that an abortion should be a choice if the pregnant woman has too many financial problems to even take care of a child. Either way, I can see that both sides have strong beliefs because they find value in what is best for the baby.
It is obvious from these answers that their dominant perspective on birth is the sacredness of a new life and the potential it brings to the world. Most of the respondents had a clear opinion on abortion which is a dominant controversy. Experience of seeing a baby and hearing about 'how cute we were when we were babies' from our parents affect the majority to feel a strong importance and beauty in a new life. Though our culture may be silencing our rights to birth, many women find that birth is a great thing. I think our history has also shaped our perception of beauty because women had fought for the rights of abortion and privacy. Perhaps that feeling of having strong beliefs in our rights is still existent.
Another respondent mentioned that, "you never know how much of an impact the new born can have on the world." I found myself agreeing with this statement. Every individual, every life, can contribute to the world we live in-which just shows that birth is beautiful. The only difference in answers was about the controversy of abortion, which is understandable. One views that abortion is the killing of a life while those who are for it strongly said that the choice should be there. A respondent said that an abortion should be a choice if the pregnant woman has too many financial problems to even take care of a child. Either way, I can see that both sides have strong beliefs because they find value in what is best for the baby.
It is obvious from these answers that their dominant perspective on birth is the sacredness of a new life and the potential it brings to the world. Most of the respondents had a clear opinion on abortion which is a dominant controversy. Experience of seeing a baby and hearing about 'how cute we were when we were babies' from our parents affect the majority to feel a strong importance and beauty in a new life. Though our culture may be silencing our rights to birth, many women find that birth is a great thing. I think our history has also shaped our perception of beauty because women had fought for the rights of abortion and privacy. Perhaps that feeling of having strong beliefs in our rights is still existent.
Monday, February 14, 2011
HW#34: Some Initial Thoughts on Birth
To me, birth is a very confusing topic. I assume that its only polite to say congratulations to a pregnant mother. I never questioned why though. I guess its because society as a whole assumes that birth is something that is worth celebrating since it is the day of a new life on earth. I remember my mother's co-worker who held a dinner party to celebrate her pregnancy, and later I got to hold her baby after she gave birth. I agree that birth is something worth celebrating, but how did it all start? How do other countries celebrate or think about birth? Are there countries that perhaps don't look forward to a new birth? My positive assumptions towards birth now seems to be affected by the general opinion of the public.
But, on the other hand teenage mothers always depict negative associations. I found out recently that a classmate from a school got pregnant and cannot wait to see the child she will soon give birth to. I felt really awkward. Why do we turn away from teenage mothers? Is it because we assume they cannot be responsible enough to take care of the living? But, regardless of age, isn't the love of a mother to a child the same? Or is it different? I don't know, but it's something worth thinking about. our perceptions and associations with different aspects of birth are deeply affected by social standards and the media. I wonder if this unit as well, will have surpring truths revealed and have new thoughts developed through this unit.
But, on the other hand teenage mothers always depict negative associations. I found out recently that a classmate from a school got pregnant and cannot wait to see the child she will soon give birth to. I felt really awkward. Why do we turn away from teenage mothers? Is it because we assume they cannot be responsible enough to take care of the living? But, regardless of age, isn't the love of a mother to a child the same? Or is it different? I don't know, but it's something worth thinking about. our perceptions and associations with different aspects of birth are deeply affected by social standards and the media. I wonder if this unit as well, will have surpring truths revealed and have new thoughts developed through this unit.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
HW#33: Comments
For Sarah:
"I really enjoyed reading your post! I found the post very detailed in imagery and grabbed my interest in reading it thoroughly. I agree that though death is unavoidable we should not fear death itself. I found this line very interesting, "Although what happens to our body isn’t always up to us, our minds and spirits are in our complete control. By knowing this the defeatist attitude about getting old, should be altered." I found this very insightful and I do agree that our negative attitude towards the elderly really needs to be changed. There is no shame in age."
For Stephanie:
"I found your post very insightful and I agree on your ideas-our society is indeed greedy and its silly how we do not have free health care. Its actually not that difficult because a lot of other countries as you mentioned-have universal free health care. A line in particular I liked was,"Overall America should be more opened minded about how they plan on helping American medical patients in the future." I found this very deep-and I do agree that by being more accepting we can have a better system for the ill and dying."
For Jay:
"I actually liked this post a lot because it took on a point of view that was not only different but also full of confidence. I especially liked the line, "I see it as capitalism at it's best. People seeing oppurtunity to profit where others do not." You make a good point about Capitalism and the point of the system is to profit. I found a lot of insights in your post and found it very interesting."
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Comments on my HW#32:
From Mom:
"I really enjoyed this post. It was very clear and showed your reflection on what you felt toward the unit and the fear of death that still exists. I found this line very thoughful: "But, at the same time maybe there's no escape-and I'll just end up dying on a hospital bed wishing to be home surrounded by my family." We want our last moments to be a happy one, and sometimes its just scary to even think that it probably won't be. I agree that realistically as we grow old, we become more lonely while also hoping that the end of our lives won't be as lonesome."
From Stephanie:
"I was very impressed by this post, I sensed growth and a new level of maturity while reading through your final post about the unit. Just like you I am afraid what the future holds but I;m sure of one thing, I will not be dying in a nursing home or hospital. Your final thoughts were really strong and I enjoyed reading all your post about dying and illness. Keep up the great work!"
From Sarah:
"I found your post honest and real. Although you seem to have grown you still are unsure about how you want to lead your life, which is perfectly fine. I thought it was interesting that even after all we know about hospitals you still would go to one in a time of need. Honestly, I would probably do the same. I think your writing and insights have grown, and this is very evident especially in this post. Great Job Megumi! :)"
"I really enjoyed reading your post! I found the post very detailed in imagery and grabbed my interest in reading it thoroughly. I agree that though death is unavoidable we should not fear death itself. I found this line very interesting, "Although what happens to our body isn’t always up to us, our minds and spirits are in our complete control. By knowing this the defeatist attitude about getting old, should be altered." I found this very insightful and I do agree that our negative attitude towards the elderly really needs to be changed. There is no shame in age."
For Stephanie:
"I found your post very insightful and I agree on your ideas-our society is indeed greedy and its silly how we do not have free health care. Its actually not that difficult because a lot of other countries as you mentioned-have universal free health care. A line in particular I liked was,"Overall America should be more opened minded about how they plan on helping American medical patients in the future." I found this very deep-and I do agree that by being more accepting we can have a better system for the ill and dying."
For Jay:
"I actually liked this post a lot because it took on a point of view that was not only different but also full of confidence. I especially liked the line, "I see it as capitalism at it's best. People seeing oppurtunity to profit where others do not." You make a good point about Capitalism and the point of the system is to profit. I found a lot of insights in your post and found it very interesting."
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Comments on my HW#32:
From Mom:
"I really enjoyed this post. It was very clear and showed your reflection on what you felt toward the unit and the fear of death that still exists. I found this line very thoughful: "But, at the same time maybe there's no escape-and I'll just end up dying on a hospital bed wishing to be home surrounded by my family." We want our last moments to be a happy one, and sometimes its just scary to even think that it probably won't be. I agree that realistically as we grow old, we become more lonely while also hoping that the end of our lives won't be as lonesome."
From Stephanie:
"I was very impressed by this post, I sensed growth and a new level of maturity while reading through your final post about the unit. Just like you I am afraid what the future holds but I;m sure of one thing, I will not be dying in a nursing home or hospital. Your final thoughts were really strong and I enjoyed reading all your post about dying and illness. Keep up the great work!"
From Sarah:
"I found your post honest and real. Although you seem to have grown you still are unsure about how you want to lead your life, which is perfectly fine. I thought it was interesting that even after all we know about hospitals you still would go to one in a time of need. Honestly, I would probably do the same. I think your writing and insights have grown, and this is very evident especially in this post. Great Job Megumi! :)"
Saturday, January 22, 2011
HW#32: Thoughts following the Illness and Dying Unit
I felt this unit was important on a personal level. It was something I wouldn't have even tried to think about because 'death and illness' always seemed like a topic that should never be discussed. The unit made me feel a bit sad, because of the attitudes society as a whole has on sick people. It also makes me sad because I'm not sure if I'll be able to make changes just because I learned that going to the hospital isn't always the right answer. I was shocked learning that hospitals recommend patients to stay even when there's no more hope of getting better. Who would want to spend their last days in a hospital bed? But, at the same time maybe there's no escape-and I'll just end up dying on a hospital bed wishing to be home surrounded by my family.
I understand that death is unavoidable and that I should just accept it. And, I do, but the fear still lingers. I think it still lingers because I realized that there's more nightmarish things about illness and dying. Dying on a hospital bed is one thing. What about a nursing home? What happens if I end up in a nursing home where nurses keep their distance and don't keep me company? I can't help but think that when I become really old I'll end up feeling really lonely and away from the rest of the world. There's also 'stigmas' towards the ill which is something I don't want to go through but probably will. Why do we live in such a society that looks down on sick people? It's not like we want to be sick.
I understand that death is unavoidable and that I should just accept it. And, I do, but the fear still lingers. I think it still lingers because I realized that there's more nightmarish things about illness and dying. Dying on a hospital bed is one thing. What about a nursing home? What happens if I end up in a nursing home where nurses keep their distance and don't keep me company? I can't help but think that when I become really old I'll end up feeling really lonely and away from the rest of the world. There's also 'stigmas' towards the ill which is something I don't want to go through but probably will. Why do we live in such a society that looks down on sick people? It's not like we want to be sick.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
HW#31: Comments 3
For Sarah:
I can tell from reading this whole post that you really put the effort in this project, and I enjoyed reading it a lot! Before reading the post, I only knew that alzheimer was an illness of 'forgetting everything'-but after reading your post I had a better understanding of the disease. I laughed a little when I read the little tips to prevent alzheimer and found that good to know. One line I found particularly insightful was, "however, if death is what our final destination is than are we really living or just dying? Society seems to make living out to be as normal and dying is completely not normal. Dying is completely normal, so why do we put such a strain on the step?" You brought up a good question here, and its a question up for discussion. When thinking and really analyzing death and living, we find the weirdness among what the general public just categorizes as 'normal.'
For Stephanie:
I enjoyed reading your post, and found it very descriptive. It helped me get a better understanding of what a nursing home is like. I found it ironic that people think its for the best to send ill patients to a nursing home without really putting ourselves in their shoes. I honestly don't even think the nurses care about their patients-they just do their 'job.' A line I liked specifically was, "This experience helped me realize I rather just take care of my parents when they need help instead of sending them to a nursing home, because I feel like its hard for the nurses and doctors to keep track of all the patients." I completely agree with you, and I personally don't like the idea of nursing homes-it makes me question if its really 'homelike.
For Jay:
I enjoyed reading your post-
I liked how your group focused on technology, which is really important. I liked the examples and quotes from different AIDS patients. In particular I liked the lines, "Another man we spoke with treated it like a death sentence at first but eventually came to be able to live with the disease, without modern technologies he wouldnt have had the time to learn to cope with his lifestyle." Technology has helped many patients with living with their diseases and lifestyles and I find that really insightful.
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Comments on my HW#30:
From Mom: (Older Reader)
I thought your post was very organized and clear. I found your statistics on Depression in the U.S. interesting and you also showed the seriousness of the condition through a family member. The line, "These insights connect to what I did for this project, because I think the social practice of allopathic medicine caused many to not take depression as a serious condition," actually caught my attention. I found your opinion interesting-that it is in our culture that dosn't take Depression seriously.
From Sarah:
Megumi - I found your choice of topic very interesting. I would of never considered depression to fall under the category of illness and dying, however after reading your post I see why it does. The line that stood out to me the most was, "The illness and dying unit made me uncomfortable most of the time, but helped me confront the things I have been avoiding." Being able to admit you feel uncomfortable is actually very mature, and shows that you accept your emotions and are willing to work with them. I think by exploring a topic that has affected you personally you continue to go up mountains that are unknown at first. The tone of your voice in this post was very clear and well written. Great Job! :)
From Stephanie:
Your first paragraph pulled me right in, I agree that if an illness doesn't affect someone first hand they tend not to pay to much attention to it. "The seriousness of depression and the statistics for it matters because it shows in the numbers. If depression is treated more often, suicide rates will decrease greatly." I found this statement to be very powerful because if people/ doctors help themselves/patients more often then the outcome would be tremendous and benefit a lot of people. Thank you for giving such great detail with you r research and ideas.
I can tell from reading this whole post that you really put the effort in this project, and I enjoyed reading it a lot! Before reading the post, I only knew that alzheimer was an illness of 'forgetting everything'-but after reading your post I had a better understanding of the disease. I laughed a little when I read the little tips to prevent alzheimer and found that good to know. One line I found particularly insightful was, "however, if death is what our final destination is than are we really living or just dying? Society seems to make living out to be as normal and dying is completely not normal. Dying is completely normal, so why do we put such a strain on the step?" You brought up a good question here, and its a question up for discussion. When thinking and really analyzing death and living, we find the weirdness among what the general public just categorizes as 'normal.'
For Stephanie:
I enjoyed reading your post, and found it very descriptive. It helped me get a better understanding of what a nursing home is like. I found it ironic that people think its for the best to send ill patients to a nursing home without really putting ourselves in their shoes. I honestly don't even think the nurses care about their patients-they just do their 'job.' A line I liked specifically was, "This experience helped me realize I rather just take care of my parents when they need help instead of sending them to a nursing home, because I feel like its hard for the nurses and doctors to keep track of all the patients." I completely agree with you, and I personally don't like the idea of nursing homes-it makes me question if its really 'homelike.
For Jay:
I enjoyed reading your post-
I liked how your group focused on technology, which is really important. I liked the examples and quotes from different AIDS patients. In particular I liked the lines, "Another man we spoke with treated it like a death sentence at first but eventually came to be able to live with the disease, without modern technologies he wouldnt have had the time to learn to cope with his lifestyle." Technology has helped many patients with living with their diseases and lifestyles and I find that really insightful.
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Comments on my HW#30:
From Mom: (Older Reader)
I thought your post was very organized and clear. I found your statistics on Depression in the U.S. interesting and you also showed the seriousness of the condition through a family member. The line, "These insights connect to what I did for this project, because I think the social practice of allopathic medicine caused many to not take depression as a serious condition," actually caught my attention. I found your opinion interesting-that it is in our culture that dosn't take Depression seriously.
From Sarah:
Megumi - I found your choice of topic very interesting. I would of never considered depression to fall under the category of illness and dying, however after reading your post I see why it does. The line that stood out to me the most was, "The illness and dying unit made me uncomfortable most of the time, but helped me confront the things I have been avoiding." Being able to admit you feel uncomfortable is actually very mature, and shows that you accept your emotions and are willing to work with them. I think by exploring a topic that has affected you personally you continue to go up mountains that are unknown at first. The tone of your voice in this post was very clear and well written. Great Job! :)
From Stephanie:
Your first paragraph pulled me right in, I agree that if an illness doesn't affect someone first hand they tend not to pay to much attention to it. "The seriousness of depression and the statistics for it matters because it shows in the numbers. If depression is treated more often, suicide rates will decrease greatly." I found this statement to be very powerful because if people/ doctors help themselves/patients more often then the outcome would be tremendous and benefit a lot of people. Thank you for giving such great detail with you r research and ideas.
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