Fonda Bryant
Fonda Bryant
When will Mental Health Stop Being Funny?
When will Mental Health Stop Being Funny?
When will Mental Health Stop Being Funny?
Friday 7th January 2022
Fonda Bryant on the W.A.R. Podcast highlights why mocking mental health is harmful, using Antonio Brown's struggles as a key example.
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Get the buttons here!Mental Health: Beyond the Punchlines with Fonda Bryant
All that hard work that we had all worked together to do...if you don't take care of your mental health, it won't take care of you.
When Antonio Brown, the wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, had a public meltdown on the field, the internet went wild with memes and jokes. But Fonda Bryant sees a deeper issue. In this episode of Wellness Action Recovery, she dives into why mental health should never be a laughing matter. Using Brown's situation as a starting point, Fonda sheds light on how society often mocks those struggling with mental health issues, turning their pain into entertainment.
But it's not just about Antonio Brown. Fonda also discusses other athletes like Joseph Randle, who faced similar ridicule while battling their own mental health demons. Through her own experiences with mental health and suicide, Fonda passionately advocates for empathy, education, and support. She stresses the importance of seeking help and the crucial role coaches play in fostering mental wellness among student-athletes.
This episode is a call to action for all of us to change the conversation around mental health from mockery to understanding. Tune in to hear Fonda's heartfelt plea for a more compassionate approach to mental wellness.