After U-M Swimmer’s Death, Parents Want to Help Others Battling Depression

Even in his suffering, Ian Miskelley was self-aware. At 11, he asked his parents for help because he felt angry most of the time. Ian Miskelley was a four-time state champion swimmer. Steve and Jill Miskelley worked with Ian to get him the care he needed. They tried different therapies, treatments, and counselors. By 13, Ian was diagnosed with anxiety and depression. The University of Michigan swimmer died by suicide on Sept. 7 at age 19.