Loudoun Co. student launches nonprofit to support women experiencing mental health challenges

Ria Badhwar was 5 years old when her parents got divorced, and in the years that followed, she watched as her mother dealt with severe depression and anxiety.

For a long time, Badhwar said her mom was unhappy with the way her life had turned out. She lost her sense of purpose.

In late 2022, her mom abruptly left, and Badhwar had to move in with her father. As a result, she too battled anxiety and depression, but was able to work through it in therapy.

Badhwar, 17, realized...