Patrick J. Kennedy

Former U.S. Representative Patrick J. Kennedy, a mental health advocate and son of Senator Ted Kennedy, discusses the critical intersection of politics and mental health. He addresses Nikki Haley's call for mental competency tests for senior politicians and the public’s right to know about leaders’ mental fitness. Kennedy shares his personal experience with mental health challenges and advocates for a compassionate dialogue around these issues, emphasizing the need to reduce stigma and protect privacy in political discourse.

Join Vivek Murthy, former U.S. Surgeon General and author advocating for tackling loneliness, alongside Patrick J. Kennedy, former Congressman and mental health policy champion, and Arthur Brooks, Harvard happiness expert. They discuss America’s growing mental health crisis, particularly among youth, exacerbated by social media. Insights include the need for community support and educational programs teaching emotional skills. They offer practical strategies to promote meaningful connections and genuine happiness in a tech-driven world.