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Adversity: Anxiety’s Rx

Season 3 Episode 309 | 56m 46s

Optimism, inspiration and hope are rare these days due to a historic number of overlapping crises –from the pandemic to recession, partisan toxicity to climate change – has helped spawn a mental health epidemic marked by surging incidences of depression, suicide, and addiction. This episode profiles those who have overcome adversity and trauma through grit, resilience and determination.

Aired: 01/21/24 | Expires: 01/21/27
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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