Musician Shares Personal Story of Mental Illness to Raise Awareness

<br /> <p>Society holds a stigma about depression and anxiety. Musician Faris Khalifa is working to change that.</p><p>Faris was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety in 2003. In recent years, his friends have opened up to him about their own struggles with depression.</p><br /><p>This left Faris wondering why those who suffer with depression are too afraid to speak about it.</p><br /><p>He created this video in the hopes of inspiring others to talk about their struggles and raise awareness of mental illness. Credit: YouTube/Faris Khalifa via Storyful</p><br />