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Oct 2021
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Perfectly Hidden Depression: Keeping Sha...

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Dr. Margaret Rutherford is a psychologist and has been in private practice for over 25 years.  She is the author of Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free from the Perfectionism that Masks Your Depression, and host of The Selfwork Podcast In this episode, Dr. Rutherford joins Victoria for a very important conversation to explain the difference between classic depression and hidden depression, the power of self-acceptance when it comes to healing, and how to break your silence so you don’t have to struggle in secret. . Whether you or someone you love is suffering from depression, we can all benefit from a deeper understanding of this silent disease.

**We would also like to note that we do discuss topics of suicide and suicidal ideation throughout this episode so please do not listen if these topics are triggering to you.**

Click here to learn more about Dr. Rutherford and purchase her book entitled, Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free from the Perfectionism that Masks Your Depression

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