A Mother Listens, A Son Opens Up, And A Family Learns How To Fight Mental Health Stigma with Noah May

Send us Fan MailWhat if the first step toward healing wasn’t advice, but silence—the kind that lets someone finally speak? We sit down with Noah, who was diagnosed with clinical depression at 13 and later with anxiety that didn’t look “textbook.” His story threads through family strain, a grandmother’s dementia, school pressures, and the moment a mom simply asked, “Are you okay?” and then listened for two hours. From there, we trace the realistic path forward: medication that stabilized the lows, therapy that eventually fit, and practical tools that kept him present when panic tried to take the wheel.Our goal is to make mental health support practical. Parents get concrete cues to watch for, language that opens doors, and a reminder to listen without interrupting. Teens and young adults get permission to seek a second opinion, try therapy again after a bad fit, and celebrate small wins that build momentum. We also tackle the cultural stories that keep men quiet—why “be strong” can become a dangerous muzzle—and how honest conversations can interrupt isolation before it turns into a crisis.If your anxiety doesn’t match what you’ve read, or if depression feels unpredictable, you’re not broken—you’re human, and there are options. Subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help more people find their next right step. What part of Noah’s journey mirrors yours?If you want to connect with Noah, reach out to him on Facebook or Instagram at @lethalvenompodcast.Support the showTo download a free chapter of host Sylvia Worsham's bestselling book, In Faith, I Thrive: Finding Joy Through God's Masterplan, purchase any of her products, or book a call with her, visit her website at www.sylviaworsham.com