Dr. Farrell’s TEDx Talk on Creating Hope for Mental Health, has been viewed across the globe and is making an impact on reducing the stigma associated with mental illness.  Her message is clear, “a mental illness might alter one’s trajectory.  But it does not have to define it.”  Dr. Farrell believes that mental health needs to be discussed more openly and understood by all.  Her collective TED-Ed videos on mental health have over 30 million views and aim to reduce stigma.  Dr. Farrell blends the art of storytelling with informative content and optimism.  She believes that  good mental health is essential to peak performance, stamina, and triumph.  She speaks on a diverse range of topics.

 

 

 
 
 

What is depression?
TEDEd: Lessons Worth Sharing

Listen as Dr. Farrell discusses depression, the leading cause of disability in the world.

Creating Hope for Mental Health
TEDx: Xavier University

Listen as Dr. Farrell discusses the current stigma around mental health and redefines the meaning of the word "normal."