Presented By: Eisenberg Family Depression Center
Screening of “Dead Poets Society, ” a Tribute to Robin Williams
In support of the National Network of Depression Centers
Opening remarks will be read by Dr. John F. Greden, Founding Chair, National Network of Depression Centers and Executive Director of the University of Michigan Comprehensive Depression Center.
As most of America now knows, Robin Williams struggled with depression. He also battled through a history of substance abuse, heart issues and cardiac surgery. Each increases the odds of depression. Depression and bipolar illnesses underlie the risk of most suicides.
By conservative estimates, 1 in 6 Americans has lifetime depressions, bipolar illnesses or related disorders, and an astounding 75 to 80 percent of deaths by suicide can be linked with these mood disorders. The multiple underlying causes of depression must be treated more effectively if we are to lessen the scourge of suicides.
If we listen and respond, that may be a powerful farewell message from Robin Williams.
As most of America now knows, Robin Williams struggled with depression. He also battled through a history of substance abuse, heart issues and cardiac surgery. Each increases the odds of depression. Depression and bipolar illnesses underlie the risk of most suicides.
By conservative estimates, 1 in 6 Americans has lifetime depressions, bipolar illnesses or related disorders, and an astounding 75 to 80 percent of deaths by suicide can be linked with these mood disorders. The multiple underlying causes of depression must be treated more effectively if we are to lessen the scourge of suicides.
If we listen and respond, that may be a powerful farewell message from Robin Williams.
Cost
- General Admission $10 Students and Seniors $8
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