Why Filmmaker Elyse Fox Wants to Break the Stigma of Depression and Suicide

Elyse Fox, a filmmaker and mental health advocate, knows firsthand what happens when depression and anxiety go untreated. “When I was 23 and living in L.A., I felt really alone,” says Fox. “I was in a really toxic relationship, and I just wanted out.”

Fox had a suicide attempt on December 22, 2015, after years of struggling silently with depression. It ended up being a pivotal turning point for Fox, and she decided to break her silence and become a mental health advocate.

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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Sanjai Sinha, MD

Sanjai Sinha, MD, is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in internal medicine.

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