"Sen. John Fetterman Confronts Mental Health Stigma, Defying Political Expectations"

Senator John Fetterman has opened up about his battle with clinical depression, revealing that he feared seeking treatment would end his political career. After a challenging period following a stroke during his campaign, Fetterman checked into Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for treatment. He has since been discharged and is advocating for mental health awareness, emphasizing the effectiveness of seeking help. Despite initial concerns, Fetterman has found support from both Democratic and Republican colleagues and is now part of the bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus, aiming to reduce the stigma around mental health issues.