Debunking Blue Monday p.2

Blue Monday is a mythical day that is said to be the “most depressing day of the year,” and a day where perhaps more suicides take place.

We set out to debunk this myth, as depression is much more complex than simply feeling blue on a wintery Monday after the holidays. People with depression experience it year-round, and people can be suicidal at any time of the year, so it’s important to always be aware of warning signs.

We posted a blog about the myth and sent out a press release about Blue Monday. We received several media calls regarding the release, and were happy to spread our message of awareness and suicide prevention education.

Feb. 4, 2016

Letter: Blue Monday Thanks – Morinville News

Jan. 20, 2016

Blue Monday is not real, but depression is – Vauxhall Advance, Taber Times

Jan. 19, 2016

Mental health officials say January can be a depressing time for some people – Carstairs Courier
Blue Monday – Red FM

Jan. 18, 2016

Blue Monday Myth – CBC Calgary News at 6 (interview starts at 19:00 min)
Calgary non-profit debunks Blue Monday myth – Calgary Herald
Centre for Suicide Prevention miffed at Blue Monday malarkey – Edmonton Sun
Blue Monday – CBC ICI Radio-Canada
Blue Monday Myths – Rock 97.9 & Country 93.3
Blue Monday – CHED Edmonton
Blue Monday debunked as economy continues to depress – Q99 FM
Blue Monday blahs a far cry from depression, expert says – CBC

Jan. 17, 2016

The myths surrounding “Blue Monday” – 660 News
Blue Monday myths, Calgarians fight the January blahs – Global News
Blue Monday Myths – Global Weekend Morning News

Jan. 13, 2016

Letter: Debunking Blue Monday – Morinville News