Mental Illness Happy Hour #755 When The Trauma Dam Breaks - Stevie G
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Jul 4, 2025 Stevie G, a listener and active member of the show's Zoom Hangout, bravely shares her journey through repressed childhood trauma and grief after losing her best friend and sister. She discusses the challenges of seeking outpatient psychiatric care and the importance of learning coping skills. The conversation also highlights the complex emotional landscape of navigating loss and the significance of community support in healing. Stevie's candidness offers listeners insight into resilience, vulnerability, and the power of connection in tough times.
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Friend's Death Shut Down Her Comedy
- Stevie describes losing her best friend Kristen and how that grief shut her world down.
- She stopped doing comedy and leaned on close friends and groups for support while grieving.
Reality TV Isolation Unlocked Repressed Memories
- Isolation during a reality TV shoot triggered a mental breakdown for Stevie.
- Flashbacks of repressed childhood sexual abuse surfaced and disrupted her daily life.
Get Help Early When Memories Flood Back
- Seek immediate help when trauma symptoms overwhelm you instead of waiting.
- Outpatient programs and medical assessments validated Stevie and prevented involuntary hospitalization.
