Joey Pants Opens Up about Mental Health on Houston Matters: A Discussion on Reducing Stigma and Promoting Understanding and Acceptance.

Houston Matters is set to host Emmy award-winning actor Joe Pantoliano on Thursday, May 9. The event will feature a discussion on mental health, where Joey Pants will share his life and career journey as well as his own mental health journey.

Pantoliano, who was diagnosed with clinical depression in 2008, has been an advocate for mental health awareness. He founded a nonprofit organization dedicated to changing the conversation around mental health and has used his platform to raise awareness about the challenges faced by those struggling with mental illness.

Throughout the years, Houston Matters has explored various topics related to mental health. One recurring theme in these discussions is the issue of stigma. Despite increased awareness and openness about mental health challenges, stigma continues to be a significant barrier. Individuals who are open about their mental health struggles often face social and professional stigma.

In a recent conversation on Houston Matters, psychologists Dr. Michael Winters and Dr. Rheeda Walker discussed the pervasive nature of mental health stigma. They explored how stigma can vary from person to person and situation to situation, and what steps can be taken to combat it. Dr. Walker’s unique perspective as an author of The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health added depth to the conversation.

Joey Pants’ visit to Houston Matters promises to be an insightful discussion that sheds light on the challenges faced by individuals struggling with mental illness while also exploring ways in which we can work together to reduce stigma and promote understanding and acceptance in our communities.