*BREAKING NEWS* Robin Williams just found dead.

[LionDen]

I've been depressed for 14 years. I was diagnosed about 3 years ago and suicidal thoughts are ever that far away. Hopefully this will help people get help for themselves and their friends.

I said this in chat earlier man. From what I have seen through the news services around the world people are discussing these issues, depression, mental health and addiction. In Australia, every time they mention him, which is a lot they always mention a phone number for people to call if they feel they need to. I for one think this is fantastic and Robin Williams is still helping the world, even in his death.

*UPDATE*

Police have now reported officially that Robin Williams committed suicide. Williams firstly tried to cut his wrists with a pen knife and when this failed he used a belt on his door knob to asphyxiate himself. A very sad ending indeed to a comic genius who made everyone in the world laugh and not to mention what he did for the troops and causes through the world.

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[Rob]

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R.I.P

I loved many of his movies

[Rob]

[Rob]

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Robin Williams was in the early stages of Parkinson's disease and was sober at the time of his apparent suicide, his wife said Thursday.


In a statement, Susan Schneider said that Williams, 63, was struggling with depression, anxiety and the Parkinson's diagnosis when he was found dead earlier this week. Authorities said the actor-comedian's death was suicide.


Schneider did not offer details on when Williams had been diagnosed or his symptoms.


Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement. It develops gradually, sometimes starting with a small tremor in one hand. The disorder also commonly causes stiffness or slowing of movement.


Actor Michael J. Fox, who has long had the disease, is known for his efforts to fund research into it.


"Robin's sobriety was intact and he was brave as he struggled with his own battles of depression, anxiety as well as early stages of Parkinson's disease, which he was not yet ready to share publicly," Schneider said.


Williams had publicly acknowledged periodic struggles with substance abuse. Recently, depression prompted him to enter rehab.


Schneider said that those who loved Williams are taking solace in the outpouring of affection and admiration for him.


"It is our hope in the wake of Robin's tragic passing, that others will find the strength to seek the care and support they need to treat whatever battles they are facing so they may feel less afraid," she said in her statement.