‘But You Don’t Look Sad’- High Functioning Depression in Black Women

The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies

Just because you carry the load well doesn’t mean it’s not heavy baddie. Too many Black women and women of color are disregarded in the clinical and social conversation on depression until something tragic happens. This episode leans into the shadows of what ‘high-functioning’ depression is, signs, and resources to help you or someone you love.

Through this episode, you’ll learn:

1. What ‘high-functioning’ depression is and how it’s different than sadness
2. The way ‘high-functioning’ depression shows up specifically in Black women and signs it’s time to ask for help
3. Resources and community & self care tools available to you or someone you love

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies

Website and newsletter: www.saddiebaddies.com

Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

ANNOUNCEMENTS & EPISODE LINKS

RSVP for our panel discussion with The Webby Awards x Omidyar Network virtual event next Tuesday, March 7!

Check out our article on Sustainable Baddie by Natasha Lopez

Check out our topic on high-functioning depression and mental health resources

Article on depression in Black women

CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to [email protected] or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Mixing & Engineering by: Eduay Peña

Sounds by: Eduay Peña