Living With Depression, panel led by Tess Kilwein | Pineapple Summit 2023
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Published on Feb 29, 2024
In this thought-provoking panel, experts and influencers from the adult content creation community come together to address the often overlooked issue of depression within the industry. The discussion delves into the unique challenges faced by individuals working in the adult industry, exploring the impact of societal stigma, online harassment, and the blurred boundaries between personal and professional life. Panelists share personal experiences, shedding light on the emotional toll that can accompany a career in this field. The conversation aims to foster a supportive environment, encouraging open dialogue about mental health, destigmatizing depression, and exploring potential solutions for creating a healthier and more compassionate community.
Dr. Kilwein (name/she/they/Dr.) is a licensed clinical psychologist in California, Colorado, North Dakota, Tennessee, and Wyoming. They specialize in treating trauma/PTSD, addictions, sex, masculinity, sport/mental performance, and transgender/gender expansive concerns. Dr. Kilwein incorporates feminist, multicultural, and liberation therapy techniques throughout their work with clients of all identities. They consider themself an LGBTQIA2S+ and polyamory/consensual non-monogamy co-conspirator, offering inclusive systemic sex therapy to those of all gender/sexuality/relationship identities and behavioral health evaluations, letters, and referrals for those seeking gender affirming medical care access.
Panelists: Carly David, Finn Fiasko, Ana Foxx, Sabien DeMonia, Isla Cox, Laura Desiree, Araneae Mactans & Eva Talks
The Pineapple Support 2023 Mental Health Summit
Presented by Le Shaw, Sexual Health And Wellness International Research Institute
Sponsored by Pornhub, Clips4Sale, STRIPCHAT, CAM4, ErikaLust
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