Mental Health Q&A

[@StephanieSwan]

I've struggled with depression for years, and like you, find that comparing it to a physical illness like asthma makes it much easier to explain to people who don't understand. Really loved watching this video, makes the journey to wellness so much easier when you hear people like yourself being so open and positive :) xxx

[@emmaaaaaar11]

I love this video and the fact that you speak so openly and positively about mental illness ❤️ I had depression 2 years ago, and only now do I feel comfortable enough to start talking about it. I wish I had found you're KZbin channel around that time, because as you said, knowing you're not alone does the world of good. Thank you for this video x

[@kay123456745]

I have anorexia and depression and I can honestly say that reaching out for help was the best thing i've ever done. it is a tough long process and as much as i wish for it to go away, it's not as simple as that and that's something many people don't understand. I hope you're doing okay maddie, love you lots xxx

[@abxyjade3314]

You're such an inspirational girl, and i love that you use your experiences to help out other people that might be going through the same things that you have. SOOO much love Xxxxx

[@FreyjaMilly]

such an incredible young woman! i have/still do suffer with several different forms of mental illness and i find your story and advice so inspiring and helpful! thank you x

[@harrietperry]

I have been diagnosed with anorexia for almost two years now and this video was so lovely to watch, thanks for spreading the word about mental illness, it's something I struggle to accept I have and still don't believe lot of the time. 💛x

[@themaddiebruce]

+Harriet Nicole absolutely no problem, I'm glad you liked it! Stay strong lovely, I hope you're doing okay x

[@DaisyLoving05]

I don't have a mental illness personally, (I've suffered with different levels of anxiety) but I have people close to me with mental illnesses and I found this so insightful and positive Xx I'm so glad you're feeling better Maddie

[@janiechr]

ive been watching you for about a year and a half now and I'm so proud of you and thank you for speaking up and helping people out. you've really helped me through a lot of stuff that ive gone through and this video was uploaded with great timing because ive been getting bad again and ive relapsed, but not as bad as before. thank you lovely, this actually made me feel so much better ♡

[@themaddiebruce]

+Janie Christensen thank you so much! I'm so glad it helped- stay strong x

[@CiaraMcFly6544]

Thank You so so much Maddie. These past 2 weeks have been tough for me especially this week & this video has helped so much. x

[@florauhly]

I would looooveee a separate video on your whole psychiatric hospital experience :) love you Maddie xx

[@maddyrose5738]

Thank you for this video! Really needed this comfort! Love you mads❤️

[@elisemajor9078]

I remember when I first came across one of your videos, it was a morning routine. throughout the video I was strolling through the comments and I saw one saying 'stay strong' along side many others and it made me realise I'm not actually alone before then I felt suicidal everyday, and 3 months after I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. I also self-harmed for over two years bordering 3 , i was sectioned and went into was in a psychiatric ward for a couple weeks. I know there is a very slim chance of you reading this but I just want to say thank you so much for all of the hard work you out into your videos and always put a smile on my face whenever I'm down.

[@themaddiebruce]

+Elise Major I'm so sorry to hear all of this :( I'm so glad that I can make you smile, stay strong lovely 💗

[@Meddie4498]

Maddie thank you so much for this video❤️ I found it really helpful as I have anxiety. you are an inspiration to help me push through the hard days and see that it can get better it's just a bad day not a bad life

[@flojones9954]

Amazing video and amazing advice! You're an inspiration Maddie 💖

[@teeatalialouise]

Loved this ! I've had a manager tell me when I used to work when I finally told her I suffered from panic attacks/depression/anxiety, that there's no need for medication she didn't agree with it, she also told me when I left because of stress, that she would not of took me on if she knew I suffered, I think it's so inappropriate for people to say things like that and it did really upset me ! I'm struggling to find a new job now or college because not many employers are so understanding and just write you off completely which I think is so unfair ! I'm 18 next month &all I want to do is be able to work and be successful but due to having a tough year &stress I can't right now which is hard:( I'm glad you made this video and felt able to talk about stuff and be open, and it has helped me in little bits, thank you lots of love xxxx

[@ryanhendry6906]

your so strong!! love you maddie xxxx

[@miasim0ne]

Love this video nice to see someone talk about these things:)!

[@charlottehartgrove]

Amazing and inspirational video thank you for being you and never giving up you always make me happy 💖👏🏼

[@themaddiebruce]

+Charlotte Emily ahhhh this makes me so happy!

[@oliviabell8213]

Your such an inspiration, this video really helped thank you 😘

[@DaniPaige7]

i love you!! i think you will have helped a lot of people through making this video. You're such an inspirational beautiful soul :) xo. P.S glad to see you back on youtube :D

[@clars8702]

Well done for everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@simplykatexo2504]

I have been going through a really tough time with my mental health thx so much xxx

[@SianLouise]

I suffer from depression and have done since I've been 17. Also anxiety. I do videos on mental health also :) & completely irrelevant, but how did you get your hair like that texture? Looks gorgeous x

[@calliwoods6718]

Thank you so much for this video! It helped so much! ❤️❤️

[@themaddiebruce]

+Calli Woods I'm so glad it did!

[@okaymaisie9729]

But what if your family don't understand? I went to hospital last year ish for depression but I was way too scared to open up. After a while my mum brushed me off and just told me to stop attention seeking... So how can I feel better when I have no one to talk to? And how do I explain something I don't understand myself??!

[@okaymaisie9729]

It was like a health centre not a hospital

[@sobiekaramat2576]

Such a helpful video, thankyou X

[@eleonorapersico4295]

Maddie you are so gorgeous and perfect,really an amazing girl with an amazing personality. I never get tired of your videos. much love. kisses from Italy. 😘❤

[@Zara.Hx22]

Love you maddie xx

[@kirstenreid480]

You look stunning in this Maddie :) This video is fab x

[@mcoffman9990]

You are seriously gorgeous!!!!!

[@themaddiebruce]

+m coffman aw thank you!

[@OliviaMae1918]

Thank you so much for thus video. X

[@genutevadeikyte8360]

Na gerai pasiklausiau pasnekesio manau esame netinkami draugystei.Grazumo esi grazi tvarkinga.💐

[@emilyrowlands1077]

maddie you are perf💔

[@maysaraaltaee189]

yay love it 💕

[@IamBexxi]

love love love

[@leahainley4922]

I ly u so much 😍😍😍

[@phoebej2002]

Love iy

[@hannahlewis6052]

Thank you so much for this, I think it helps so much for someone to be open because it allows you to find similarities, whether lots or a few, which somewhat gives you a bit of peace of mind even if its only for a little while. It takes a lot to be that open! I doubt anyone has ever really read my blog, but I started writing about my depression and anxiety recently. I have only written 3 posts and it is all pretty basic but if anyone would like to check it out I'd appreciate it and if it helps anyone or is an interesting read that would be such a bonus. I use it as a way to vent and hopefully I can look back and see how I have improved or where I haven't and still need to. Here it is: hannahlewisblog.wordpress.com/ Thank you again Maddie!

[@marieroseeee]

Love you maddie xx