How much was Ruby Wax's depression caused by her parents?

Ruby Wax on Dutch TV show College Tour, interviewed by Twan Huys. Amsterdam 12th October 2013
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[@wonderwoman5528]

That’s sad to see how adorable Ruby’s mother turned out after she got the proper help she needed.

[@RosePetal17]

I love her!! Another example of someone in the public eye, who can speak out about family dynamics and mental illness. I don't think there is a human alive who is completely 'together'.

[@tptvox]

Agreed. No matter how hard they try to hide it.

[@philipwilliams9060]

...... A Late reply Rose; but You Are SO Right! I wish we all saw more of Her! Best Wishes Phil Liverpool UK 🇬🇧 👍

[@tyalejandro684]

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[@susiesalter5290]

love this lady her books r brillxxx

[@kathrynsymonds9455]

Ruby, sending hugs, you're amazing!!

[@Oughut88]

Fascinating. Thanks Ruby.

[@dianapossell6899]

Ruby, don't suppose you will ever read this, but my life and parents are so similar to you and yours. I didn't use that chemical to drive me forward though. Currently in counselling and starting to understand as 40 looms near. Your work on mental health is very admirable, well done for highlighting. Thank you for what you said here about mother's being sensitive in asking the question, I have worried about the cycle continuing with my son's, thank mother nature I didn't have girls!!

[@carringtonlefayette8644]

Hi Diana, I concur with your sentiments, you have a beautiful Heart I wish you every happiness, joy and peace. My Parents were both survivors from Germany. Across the Seas Australia 5 pm

[@nartarlyiatremaynne1239]

Hello Dianna, Your comment touched my Heart 💟 August 3 2022. Australia.

[@nartarlyiatremaynne1239]

Ruby the Universe was showing off when you were made. My Parents survived Auschwitz and my Mummy would take to bed for three days every couple of months. Mummy always left a card on my bedside table 48 hours before her confinement to bed. We always piled on the bed and Mummy would read us ghost stories. Ruby bless you x 💟💟💟💟 Australia

[@philipwilliams2310]

.... THAT is Something Else!! Jesus Christ Almighty!!! My Heart goes out to you ❤ Phil Liverpool UK 🇬🇧

[@gandfgandf5826]

So relieved I'm not a parent.

[@patriciaharte8113]

Good on you Ruby !

[@b.m.t.h.3961]

Poor parents obviously ill themselves. Glad Ruby managed to get help

[@pauljamieson4210]

❤

[@philipwilliams2310]

.... talk, talk, talk,! SO IMPORTANT. - In our Family; NOTHING was talked about ...... closed Off in our 'worlds' - & for a kid; THAT is Disastrous! It can be Bad enough being the youngest; a male ... & having the usual: older sisters pinching you in your pram etc., (Love That term 'pinching'! In Reality your legs n' arms can be black and blue & no Wonder that anger festers away ...... Till Later) - FAMILIES can drive you up the 'F****N WALL' Oh Yea; some might get on Great with each other? ..... I've Never come across It!! 🤯🖕 LOVE YA' RUBY Phil Liverpool UK 🇬🇧

[@Cinqmil]

4:42 Which chemical?

[@26hint]

i think she means cortisol

[@kianahabibagahi4747]

Cinqmil based on her previous talks, I think it's adrenaline . You could check them out if you like (: she has lots of repetition but she's great at every talk

[@joshuataylor6087]

What chemical? Is she talking about a supplement, over the counter or prescription?

[@hammygirl81]

Joshua Taylor I think she's talking about cortisol. It's a neurotransmitter. A chemical which passes messages around the brain. When the levels are off, the brain reacts. There are several neurotransmitters responsible, in part for mood: serotonin, dopamine, cortisol. These chemicals cannot be bought or ingested. There are medications to increase the levels. Most anti depressants are SSRIs; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. These increase the levels of serotonin at the synapse and effectively increase levels to attempt to alleviate depression and other mood disorders.

[@emh8861]

Prozac?

[@crazycraig73]

An amazing women lol Ruby was like a drug for so many people never taken any ...

[@stephentreanor5044]

Mashing medication into her food seems wrong

[@emh8861]

I hear you, but it helped her. If it hurt her then yeah.