(The Suicide Prevention Comedy Club)
The power of laughter can give the darkest souls a little relief, that relief can sometimes help us forget everything that is bothering us for just one moment and humour can help us cope with stressful situations. The power of laughter (just like a great piece of music) can give the darkest souls a little relief, that relief can sometimes help us forget everything that is bothering us for just one moment and humour can also help us cope with stressful situations. This blog is not just for people who are dealing with or affected by mental health issues, but also for members of society who deny that depression as a real illness. To use humour to remove the stigma and discrimination about mental illness.
2. Latest news and research in the mental health field in an easy to decipher language. Some Key facts
Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, more than 350 million people of all ages suffer from depression. Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and is a major contributor to the global burden of disease. More women are affected by depression than men. At its worst, depression can lead to suicide. There are effective treatments for depression. Source: World Health Organization
