Actor Robin Williams has died.
. . . According to his publicist, who confirmed the news, the actor had been battling depression of late and recently entered 12-step rehab stint for drug abuse.
His wife Susan Schneider said in a statement, “I am utterly heartbroken. On behalf of Robin’s family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief. As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions…
How very sad that someone who moved so many with his performances and brought so much laughter to his many fans should have been plagued by, and succumbed to depression.
Homepaddock 
The link between depression and creativity is well known of course.
Bear in mind somebody in New Zealand who doesn’t have the profile of Robin Williams will do the same thing unnoticed by all except those close to him (or less likely her)
And tomorrow
And the day after…….
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So Andrei, lets do something about it. Depression is a disease. Lets be open about it. Lets make sure it is ok to talk about.
With respect to Robins Family, should you ever read this, my sympathies for your massive loss.
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Andrei and MR E – you are both right.
Here is a useful resource: http://www.depression.org.nz/rural
And another: http://www.fedfarm.org.nz/advocacy/National-Policy/Rural-Mental-Health.asp
And another: http://www.mentalhealth.org.nz/file/Media-Grants/PDFs/down-on-the-farm-in-the-rural-south.pdf
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really sad news…
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