Abnormal Psychology Robin Williams 
Name: Reinaldo George
Professor: Mrs. Silvermane
Course: Abnormal Psychology
Date: Wednesday 20th August, 2014 What was it about his death that has brought so much attention to people and the media?
Anytime a celebrity of high status like Robin Williams dies, it is going to gain massive media attention. Recent news of his suicide has shaken many people to their core, causing mass shock that can be felt around the world.
Ever since word of his death hit the newswire, interest in Robin Williams, his movies and his mental health history have skyrocketed. A quick look at social media websites, such as Facebook and Twitter, suggests that people have been deeply moved by his passing and are trying to process a multitude of feelings, ranging from sadness to disbelief.
For many, it is a time of mourning. Mass grief in fact is a common reaction when celebrities die unexpectedly. What is difficult for fans and casual observers to comprehend is: How could a person as funny and energetic as Robin Williams was be suffering from depression?
How was it that someone, who brought such laughter and joy to so many, lived such a lonely and depressed life?
That’s the thing about depression, bipolar disorder and other mental health issues; you can’t always spot them. Many people who suffer from a mood disorder appear to be fine however, on the inside, they may silently be suffering. Major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder often require ongoing, lifetime treatment. Here we are talking about a combination of talk-therapy and in many cases, medication. The best we can do is manage mood disorders however, we can't cure them.
There are a good number of people who have been; or are in the public spotlight that have suffered from depression. Because of stigmas that are connected to these disorders, they are often not discussed and widely misunderstood.
If anything, the death of Robin Williams may help to spark greater awareness around the topic of depression and mental health in
Professor: Mrs. Silvermane
Course: Abnormal Psychology
Date: Wednesday 20th August, 2014 What was it about his death that has brought so much attention to people and the media?
Anytime a celebrity of high status like Robin Williams dies, it is going to gain massive media attention. Recent news of his suicide has shaken many people to their core, causing mass shock that can be felt around the world.
Ever since word of his death hit the newswire, interest in Robin Williams, his movies and his mental health history have skyrocketed. A quick look at social media websites, such as Facebook and Twitter, suggests that people have been deeply moved by his passing and are trying to process a multitude of feelings, ranging from sadness to disbelief.
For many, it is a time of mourning. Mass grief in fact is a common reaction when celebrities die unexpectedly. What is difficult for fans and casual observers to comprehend is: How could a person as funny and energetic as Robin Williams was be suffering from depression?
How was it that someone, who brought such laughter and joy to so many, lived such a lonely and depressed life?
That’s the thing about depression, bipolar disorder and other mental health issues; you can’t always spot them. Many people who suffer from a mood disorder appear to be fine however, on the inside, they may silently be suffering. Major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder often require ongoing, lifetime treatment. Here we are talking about a combination of talk-therapy and in many cases, medication. The best we can do is manage mood disorders however, we can't cure them.
There are a good number of people who have been; or are in the public spotlight that have suffered from depression. Because of stigmas that are connected to these disorders, they are often not discussed and widely misunderstood.
If anything, the death of Robin Williams may help to spark greater awareness around the topic of depression and mental health in