In the world of professional boxing, the name Mia St. John stands as a testament to perseverance, talent, and tenacity. The former world champion reached the pinnacle of her sport becoming a champion in two divisions and an icon. However, behind her professional triumphs, St. John has endured immense personal pain and heartache.

From the dissolution of her marriage to actor Kristoff St. John to her daughter’s battle with mental health issues and the devastating loss of her son, the former champion’s life has been marked by profound struggles. In November 2014, St. John experienced a tragedy that would forever alter her life. Her son, Julian, who had battled mental illness for years, tragically took his own life. The pain and grief that followed Julian’s suicide were unimaginable. This is the reason why the 55-year-old has become a vocal advocate for mental health and is not shy in addressing the topic.

Mia St. John urges people with mental health issues to seek additional help

The former champion took to Twitter and had a message for her followers. She asked her fans if their AA meetings are enough. She also stated that she loves to go to therapy and urged people not to be afraid of seeking additional help. Moreover, St. John revealed that she needed extra medicine as well to treat her multiple disorders.

“Are your AA meetings enough? I know for me, I love therapy because I get feedback, so if you need more help don’t be afraid to seek it. I also need medication for my panic disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. It’s OK if you need more. Love u All,” she wrote.

Despite the pain she has endured, St. John remains a beacon of hope and resilience. Her personal struggles have not defined her but rather fueled her determination to make a positive impact on the lives of others. In addition, she continues to help people by bringing attention to the importance of mental health support and dismantling stigmas.

St. John calls for the improvement of mental health institutes

St. John has dedicated herself to raising awareness about mental health issues, particularly highlighting the need for improved mental care facilities. In a recent tweet, she emphasized the importance of reforming mental health institutions to provide hope and support for those still suffering. Moreover, the Tweet also linked a video where her husband talks about the lawsuit they filed against the institute treating their son before his death.

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“This is why we lost @kristoffstjohn1. Grief can take us down the rabbit hole & we feel there is no way out, but there is hope 4 others [are] still alive. Reform #mentalhealth facilities for those still suffering,” the Tweet read.

The untimely deaths of St. John’s son and husband have motivated her to advocate for better mental health support. Through her activism, she seeks to offer hope and support to those who may be struggling, emphasizing the importance of accessible and effective mental health resources. What did you think about St. John advocating for people to get help for mental illnesses? Let us know in the comments below.

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