Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced on Monday that she would be taking a temporary leave of absence from work as county judge as she is currently receiving inpatient treatment for clinical depression. According to a letter written by Hidalgo, she has been dealing with depression, which went undiagnosed until...
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo wrote to Harris County residents that she checked into treatment in July.Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced on Monday that she would be taking a temporary leave of absence from work as county judge as she is currently receiving inpatient treatment for clinical depression.
“My experience has been difficult, but I am taking it as an opportunity to be more open about my own struggle, my own challenges, and to encourage others, who need help, to seek treatment, Hidalgo wrote. “All of us know someone – a friend, a coworker, or a family member – who suffers from depression. I encourage every person that is struggling with mental health challenges to look for support in your community, your loved ones, and your doctor.
Ellis spoke out in support of Hidalgo’s decision and urged those wanting to criticize Hidalgo or her choice to avoid doing so while she is in treatment.Many of her democratic colleagues, including Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and U.S. Rep Sheila Jackson Lee, took to social media to praise the county judge’s choice to receive treatment.
The Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management was notified of her leave of absence, and Hidalgo said she would be available in an emergency.
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