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“I’ve Been Through Depression”: NBA Star’s Girlfriend Winnie Harlow Pens Down Frustration on Staying Away from $685,450,000,000 Industry

Published 08/25/2023, 1:07 PM EDT

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Winnie Harlow has become a trailblazing figure in the world of glamour. She’s breaking traditional beauty standards and supporting diversity in a way that has never been done before. The Canadian model known for her distinctive features due to vitiligo has broken down barriers and received worldwide attention for her inspirational journey.

Most recently, Harlow pinned down her frustration in staying away from a $685,450,000,000 industry while revealing that she has been through depression.

Winnie Harlow opens up about mental health

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The supermodel started her rapid ascent to prominence with her appearance on the “America’s Next Top Model” reality series. Even though she lost the competition, her distinctive appearance and unyielding will won hearts and made her a female empowerment symbol. Since then, she has walked renowned designers’ runways and established herself as a leading proponent of body positivity. Furthermore, she is also renowned for dating the NBA Star, Kyle Kuzma.

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Harlow recently took to Instagram to share her perspective on mental health and the pharmaceutical industry. She shared on her Instagram story, a viral meme of a scene from Jake Gylinhal’s ‘Demolition.’ Along with the meme,  she wrote, “My doctor said my hormones are naturally the high of someone on antidepressants.” She added, “This is why.” “Every time I’ve been through depression.” “No thanks”.

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Although antidepressants have been praised for giving those with depression quick relief, Harlow doesn’t seem to be a huge fan of them.

Harlow is outspoken in her criticism of antidepressants, providing her own personal experience. Her attitude is indicative of a growing mistrust against the use of medications to treat depression. Meanwhile, Harlow recently got a tattoo in tribute to her boyfriend.

Winnie Harlow gets a tattoo of Kyle Kuzma’s name 

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Harlow lately had the name”Kyle” subtly tattoed just behind her right ear. She shared an image of the fine-line tattoo on August 24 on Instagram.

Harlow can easily conceal the tattoo with her hair down due to its small size and discreet placement. However, in an image where she had her braids up, fans and followers were quick to point out the heartfelt gesture.

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Ranjitha Ramesh

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Ranjitha Ramesh is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. With a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, Ranjitha has a strong foundation in reporting and writing. Her passion for basketball, particularly the Lakers and LeBron James, fuels her desire to delve into the lifestyle and off-court activities of NBA stars.
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