Rep. Ritchie Torres
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I shared my story because it’s important for me to tear down the stigma that exists for mental health care.

Mental health matters.

You are not alone.
Rep. Ritchie Torres @RitchieTorres
15 years ago, I dropped out of college because of severe depression. I thought of taking my own life because I felt the world around me had collapsed. I even admitted myself into a hospital.

I would not be alive, let alone in Congress, were it not for mental health care.

My story:
First openly gay, Afro-Latino congressmember talks the importance of mental health - YouTube

New York Congressman Ritchie Torres reflects on his struggles with mental health, and stresses the importance of mental health resources.SUBSCRIBE to GMA's Y...

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Angela
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Thank you sir. As someone who has had to manage depression my entire life I really appreciate your openness and honesty.
10:53 AM - Aug 15, 2023
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Save Democracy and Decency
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Very brave. You're helping many people with your own story.
06:12 PM - Aug 13, 2023
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ALIS ITLATOL
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Thank you Rep Torres,
needed to hear this cuz today was my monthly toxic meeting with the town govt.
10:41 PM - Mar 16, 2023
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Deanna (@LadyDi) of Love Wins Movement
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
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09:11 PM - Mar 16, 2023
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KM Laurence
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Thank you so much for sharing your truth. It always makes me think that today, someone out there, needed to see your truth to know there are people out there who DO care.
08:52 PM - Mar 16, 2023
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ميجان the Librarian
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Thank you. There are some days I can barely get out of bed. It’s tough being alone
08:35 PM - Mar 16, 2023
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Lorraine Fish
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
What a great service you are doing by sharing this painful story. "To protect and to serve" motto belongs to you.
08:35 PM - Mar 16, 2023
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Amanda G.
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Thank you for sharing your story.
08:34 PM - Mar 16, 2023 (Edited)
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oceandrop
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Thank you for offering your story to advocate on behalf of mental health care! The voice of experience matters.
08:31 PM - Mar 16, 2023
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Rosetta
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In response to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
Thank you so much for your story. I’m grateful you were able to get the medical care you needed.
08:30 PM - Mar 16, 2023
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