2024 Year in Review: 'Aaugh' to fake mental health treatments
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This is another installment of year-end reflections at Davidson Local, showcasing the best graphic moments from the past year. We are excited about the upcoming year, which will bring some new faces and upgraded camera equipment made possible by a grant from the NC Local News Lab. —Davidson Local
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In the classic Peanuts comic, Lucy takes on the role of a psychiatrist, proudly displaying her “Psychiatric Help 5¢” sign – “Summer rates 4¢.” When Charlie Brown seeks help for his depression, he leaves feeling embarrassed, illustrating that life is not a comic strip. “Aaugh”
When he asks, “What can I do about my deep feelings of depression?” Lucy responds, “Snap out of it,” and demands, “5 cents, please.”
Despite advancements in mental health treatments, many still hesitate to consult psychiatrists due to myths and misunderstandings. The reminder was on display at Uptown Lexington's Boo Bash serves as a reminder that exploring the benefits of seeing a psychiatrist can be valuable.
