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Published: Aug. 20, 2021, 5 a.m.

Sometimes I receive an email that tears at my heartstrings. And this week was one of those times. I\u2019ll read you the email \u2013 the heads up is that it\u2019s about a sudden and totally unexpected suicide that led its writer to reach out to me about perfectly hidden depression with the question \u2013 Can someone hide depression, even suicidal thinking, from themselves? I\u2019ll give my unequivocal answer.

Our listener voicemail also mentions perfectly hidden depression, but is basically a question about what my thoughts are about when to go consider medication for depression. I\u2019m not a prescriber nor a psychiatrist so I can only offer general thoughts on this topic as a psychologist, but I can address it.

I\u2019m so thankful to so many of you for leaving reviews on Apple Podcasts \u2013 the last one said, \u201c This woman has changed my entire life! I didn\u2019t even realize how traumatized I was or that I even needed therapy before this podcast. Nevertheless, my friend suggested that I listen and since then I have a consistent relationship with my therapist through BetterHelp.com, learned to building constructive boundaries, and working on my relationship with my parents! I love the space she\u2019s created in helping us to understand larger context while providing relevant examples!! I love it here!!!

So thank you so much for those kind words, and we\u2019ll hear once again today about an offer from BetterHelp!

Important Links:

BetterHelp, the #1 online therapy provider, has a special offer for you now!

2019 Suicide Statistics

NAMI's Five Major Myths About Suicide

My Psychology Today article discussing how therapists can "see" through the armor of perfectionism

You can hear more about this and many other topics by listening to my podcast,\xa0SelfWork with Dr. Margaret Rutherford.\xa0Subscribe\xa0to my websiteand receive my weekly newsletter including a blog post and podcast! If you\u2019d like to join my FaceBook closed group, then click hereand answer the membership questions! Welcome!

My book entitled Perfectly Hidden Depression\xa0has been published and you can order here! Its message is specifically for those with a struggle with strong perfectionism which acts to mask underlying emotional pain. But the many self-help techniques described can be used by everyone who chooses to begin to address emotions long hidden away that are clouding and sabotaging your current life. And it\u2019s available in paperback, eBook or as an audiobook!

Now there\u2019s another way to send me a message! You can record by clicking below and ask your question or make a comment. You\u2019ll have 90 seconds to do so and that time goes quickly. By recording, you\u2019re giving SelfWork (and me) permission to use your voice on the podcast. I\u2019ll look forward to hearing from you!

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