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Crew Member Shares Mental Health Struggle After Deluge of Online Abuse Post-Spaceflight
A Vietnamese-American astronaut has spoken candidly about her struggle with mental health after enduring a relentless barrage of criticism in the aftermath of a landmark journey to the edge of space.
Amanda Nguyen – recognized as a scientist and civil rights advocate – was part of the short-duration mission in April, which also included celebrity crewmates.
The much-publicized journey was heavily criticized by some, who questioned its cost and carbon footprint.
Reflecting on the ordeal, Ms. Nguyen, who was celebrated as the pioneer for her community, stated the intense backlash eclipsed her moment under an torrent of sexist abuse.
“I explained the depression could persist for a long time,” she recounted in a social media post, describing a supportive conversation from a fellow crew member in the aftermath of the journey.
She portrayed the press attention and digital reaction as an “onslaught no human brain has evolved to endure”.
“Stuck in Texas, I spent a week unable to rise from my bed,” she wrote. “Even a month on, a phone call ended with me hanging up, weeping uncontrollably.”
Buried Under Misogyny
Ms. Nguyen, who has conducted studies in gynecological science and performed experiments during the mission, said everything she had worked for – from her scientific research and years of training to the personal milestone of her background – was drowned out under the avalanche of misogyny.
She is widely recognized for her pioneering work protecting the rights of sexual assault survivors.
Her own goal of reaching space was paused after an attack during her college days, leading to a long campaign for accountability.
A Path to Recovery
Months following achieving her goal, she reports that the deepest pain is gradually receding, and she acknowledged the followers whose kindness helped save her. “You were my salvation,” she said.
She added that amid the criticism, significant positive outcomes had resulted from the mission, such as spotlight on her women's health research and chances to influence leaders.
The Historic Journey
The fully automated New Shepard rocket launched from Texas in April, carrying the six-woman crew on a brief suborbital flight that crossed the edge of outer space.
The group of women also included accomplished professionals from various fields.
The enterprise behind the mission is a private space firm founded by a well-known tech mogul.
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