When they pulled the plug on me: School. Study. Crash. My way out of depression.

Luca Bischoni, born near Aachen in 2000, studied industrial engineering specialising in mechanical engineering at RWTH Aachen University with the prospect of scholarships at an above-average pace until his perfectionism manifested itself as a "cry of his soul" in the form of depression.

As a young person who was overwhelmed by depression, he shares his experiences in lectures ? and how to "find your way back" to everyday life through support. Luca Bischoni breaks taboos and stands up for the destigmatisation of mental illness and for a social rethink.

"With my first book, I want to raise awareness about depression and show that it is possible to grow from a serious crisis, no matter how much you think it will break you. Each of us can start change processes and manage to overcome the challenges of our generation and make dealing with mental illness more open to society. The art of living is to constantly draw new courage from inner crises. The true place of strength is only within ourselves."

Registration & access

Please register by the 16^th of May 2025 via e-mail to: behindertenbeauftragter@fh-potsdam.de. The access link will be sent by e-mail after registration.

FHP students with and without disabilities can take part in this free event. It is organised by Andreas H¨¹lsen, representative for university members with disabilities, in cooperation with the AStA of the FHP.

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