Lauren Delisle
Lauren Delisle
Lauren Delisle is a writer for MedTruth currently working in Los Angeles, CA. She graduated from Loyola Marymount University in 2017 with a degree in Screenwriting and a minor in dance. Exploring topics of mental health, social justice, media and philosophy in her work, Lauren strives to externalize narratives that might otherwise go untold.
Latest MedTruth Work by Lauren Delisle
Chronicon: The Light of Connection in Ch...
Lauren Delisle · November 24, 2019
New York City's first-ever chronic illness convention, Chronicon, brought together patients and panelists living with chronic conditions — bringing light to a struggle that so many cope with but rarely discuss.
Health FeaturesChronic Illness Defined: The Spoon Theor...
Lauren Delisle · October 24, 2019
Chronic illness affects six in 10 adults living in the United States -- a figure that is only expected to increase in coming years. Despite stigmas that stand in the way of societal treatment and comprehensive care methods, holistic and functional practitioners of medicine are working alongside patient advocates to make the world an easier place to live for those coping with chronic illness. Learn more about the movement to make invisible illnesses visible.
Health FeaturesSuicide, Stigma and a System Delaying Me...
Lauren Delisle · September 10, 2019
In January, 17-year-old Melody Saenz attempted suicide. Her experience with New York mental health services epitomizes the difficult journey to seeking mental health care, as pervasive stigmas, ill-equipped emergency departments and financial burdens add complex layers to finding treatment and recovery.
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Chronicon: The Light of Connection in Ch...
Lauren Delisle · November 24, 2019
New York City's first-ever chronic illness convention, Chronicon, brought together patients and panelists living with chronic conditions — bringing light to a struggle that so many cope with but rarely discuss.
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Chronic Illness Defined: The Spoon Theor...
Lauren Delisle · October 24, 2019
Chronic illness affects six in 10 adults living in the United States -- a figure that is only expected to increase in coming years. Despite stigmas that stand in the way of societal treatment and comprehensive care methods, holistic and functional practitioners of medicine are working alongside patient advocates to make the world an easier place to live for those coping with chronic illness. Learn more about the movement to make invisible illnesses visible.
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Suicide, Stigma and a System Delaying Me...
Lauren Delisle · September 10, 2019
In January, 17-year-old Melody Saenz attempted suicide. Her experience with New York mental health services epitomizes the difficult journey to seeking mental health care, as pervasive stigmas, ill-equipped emergency departments and financial burdens add complex layers to finding treatment and recovery.
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Friday Film: Heal, a Documentary on the Power of the Mind
Lauren Delisle · August 30, 2019
Combining her loves for filmmaking, yoga, meditation, and spiritualism, Kelly Noonan Gores set out to talk with some of the world's most renowned alternative medicine healers. Though "Heal" is a bit limiting in its condemnation of Western medicine, its message on the power of the mind is notable.
Health FeaturesFDA Public Advisory Committee Addresses Breast Implant Safety
Lauren Delisle · March 28, 2019
On March 25th, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) began a two-day Public Advisory Committee meeting to discuss the safety of breast implants and their potential links to life-threatening health problems.
FDA Regulation6 Signs of Stress Impacting Mental Health
Lauren Delisle · April 1, 2019
Nearly one-third of Americans regularly experience psychological symptoms caused by stress. This Stress Awareness Month, we're sharing six signs of stress that may be affecting your mental health.
Health FeaturesHow 5 Creative Women Conquer Stress
Lauren Delisle · May 7, 2019
So often, it’s easy to forget that our mental health is just as important as our physical well-being. Here are helpful tips from creative women on how to manage stress.
Health Features5 Tips for Relieving and Reducing Stress
Lauren Delisle · April 22, 2019
Common symptoms of chronic stress include emotional reactivity, memory loss, changes in appetite, and decreased sex drive. By implementing practices that reduce stress, we can learn to combat those invasive health impacts of stress and lead calmer lives.
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