🔗 Share this article Crew Member Reveals Mental Health Struggle In the Wake of Wave of Harassment Post-Spaceflight The scientist and activist, a women's health researcher, was onboard the automated spacecraft in April 2025. A Vietnamese-American astronaut has spoken candidly about her battle with depression after facing a “tsunami of harassment” in the aftermath of a historic all-female space mission. Amanda Nguyen – known as a scientist and civil rights advocate – was part of the brief journey to space in April, which also included high-profile passengers. The high-profile flight was widely scrutinized by some, who cited its expense and carbon footprint. Reflecting on the situation, Ms. Nguyen, who made history as the pioneer for her community, stated the intense backlash buried her dreams under an landslide of gendered hatred. “I told her my depression might last for years,” Ms. Nguyen stated in a social media post, referring to a check-in call from a mission companion in the period after the flight. She described the news reports and online discourse as an barrage beyond typical human coping. “I did not leave Texas for a week, unable to get out of bed,” she revealed. “A month later… I had to hang up… because I could not speak through my tears.” Eclipsed by Backlash The researcher, who has dedicated her work to female health science and performed experiments during the flight, said every professional achievement – including her studies and astronaut training to the symbolic importance of her roots – was buried under the deluge of gendered attacks. She is most acclaimed for her tireless campaigning protecting the rights of victims of sexual violence. Her own aspiration for spaceflight was paused after being assaulted during her college days, leading to a long campaign for accountability. A Path to Recovery Now, eight months after achieving her goal, she has stated the deepest pain is gradually receding, and she expressed gratitude the well-wishers whose support pulled her through. “Your support rescued me,” she affirmed. She noted that despite the negativity, important benefits had emerged from the mission, such as spotlight on her scientific work and chances to influence leaders. The Historic Journey The self-operating spacecraft launched from its launch site in the spring, carrying the historic roster on a short trip that exceeded the internationally recognized boundary of space. The team of pioneers also included accomplished professionals from multiple disciplines. The enterprise behind the mission is a commercial aerospace company established by a Amazon founder.
The scientist and activist, a women's health researcher, was onboard the automated spacecraft in April 2025. A Vietnamese-American astronaut has spoken candidly about her battle with depression after facing a “tsunami of harassment” in the aftermath of a historic all-female space mission. Amanda Nguyen – known as a scientist and civil rights advocate – was part of the brief journey to space in April, which also included high-profile passengers. The high-profile flight was widely scrutinized by some, who cited its expense and carbon footprint. Reflecting on the situation, Ms. Nguyen, who made history as the pioneer for her community, stated the intense backlash buried her dreams under an landslide of gendered hatred. “I told her my depression might last for years,” Ms. Nguyen stated in a social media post, referring to a check-in call from a mission companion in the period after the flight. She described the news reports and online discourse as an barrage beyond typical human coping. “I did not leave Texas for a week, unable to get out of bed,” she revealed. “A month later… I had to hang up… because I could not speak through my tears.” Eclipsed by Backlash The researcher, who has dedicated her work to female health science and performed experiments during the flight, said every professional achievement – including her studies and astronaut training to the symbolic importance of her roots – was buried under the deluge of gendered attacks. She is most acclaimed for her tireless campaigning protecting the rights of victims of sexual violence. Her own aspiration for spaceflight was paused after being assaulted during her college days, leading to a long campaign for accountability. A Path to Recovery Now, eight months after achieving her goal, she has stated the deepest pain is gradually receding, and she expressed gratitude the well-wishers whose support pulled her through. “Your support rescued me,” she affirmed. She noted that despite the negativity, important benefits had emerged from the mission, such as spotlight on her scientific work and chances to influence leaders. The Historic Journey The self-operating spacecraft launched from its launch site in the spring, carrying the historic roster on a short trip that exceeded the internationally recognized boundary of space. The team of pioneers also included accomplished professionals from multiple disciplines. The enterprise behind the mission is a commercial aerospace company established by a Amazon founder.