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Your Brain On Rosie: Reaction Meets Thought

By John McManamy, Health Guide Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Imagine: You are at home, watching your favorite Fox News talking head tell you there is no such thing as global warming. There is a knock on the door. It's Rosie O'Donnell. Do you invite her in or call the police?   Here's the situation. Yesterday, while walking your dog, ...
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8/ 4/07 3:51pm

John, Although I get your point and feel I learned alot from your article, I was rather offended that you chose Rosie O'Donnell for your example and posted a photo that was so unflattering... . Ms. O'Donnell has had the guts to "go public" about her battles with depression, something few entertainers have the courage to do.

    I see her as a role-model, not as someone scary. I don't mean to over-react: I know she's brash and not everyone's cup of tea.  Still, when it comes to her bravery about her chronic illness, I think those of us with mental-health problems should give her some respect.

     Thank you very much for the article.  Be content.  **E

John McManamy, Health Guide
8/ 4/07 9:23pm
Hi, Magic. Comments appreciated. But I know Rosie has a since of humor and my guess is she would get a good laugh out of this blog.

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By John McManamy, Health Guide— Last Modified: 09/06/11, First Published: 07/31/07