Beyond the Headlines: Robin Williams and Depression

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Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Beyond the Headlines: Robin Williams and Depression
This special edition of Beyond the Headlines commemorates the life of Robin Williams and explores the power of depression.

BEYOND THE HEADLINES

SPECIAL AIRDATE: Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 4:30PM & REPEAT on Sunday, August 17, 2014 at 10:00AM

Robin Williams and Depression

Hosted by ABC7's Cheryl Jennings

This special edition of Beyond the Headlines commemorates the life of actor, comedian, and humanitarian Robin Williams - and explores the power of depression in his and all of our lives. Cheryl Jennings sits down with two of Robin's longtime friends and fellow local comics, Brian Copeland and Bob Sarlatte. They'll share their personal memories of Robin. And Brian will discuss his own personal continuing battle against Depression and we'll provide a variety of local resources for you or anyone you know who's battling this debilitating illness.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-8255

Additional Suicide & Depression Prevention Resources

Suicide and Mental Health Resource Page

What the Robin Williams Tragedy Can Teach Us About Depression

Studio Guests

Brian Copeland

Actor/Comedian/Playwright

www.briancopeland.com

Bob Sarlatte

Actor/Musician/Comedian

www.bobsarlatte.com