Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian in history, as well as a meme icon. Given these lofty accomplishments, you're forgiven if you assumed Phelps never battles feelings of depression and hopelessness.
Wrong, says Phelps. And he has a message for others dealing with depression: Don't be afraid to reach out for help.
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Phelps, along with fellow Olympic swimmer Allison Schmitt, opened up before a live audience in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, which was National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day.
Phelps, per USA Today, said he was afflicted by feelings of depression after coming home from Olympics glory. Read more...
More about Michael Phelps, Olympics, Sports, Entertainment, and Sports Reported by Mashable 3 days ago.
Wrong, says Phelps. And he has a message for others dealing with depression: Don't be afraid to reach out for help.
SEE ALSO: Olympics star Gabby Douglas is not defined by Rio's social media drama
Phelps, along with fellow Olympic swimmer Allison Schmitt, opened up before a live audience in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, which was National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day.
Phelps, per USA Today, said he was afflicted by feelings of depression after coming home from Olympics glory. Read more...
More about Michael Phelps, Olympics, Sports, Entertainment, and Sports Reported by Mashable 3 days ago.