Clinical depression Quote by David Baddiel
“I certainly don't think comedians are more depressive than any other walk of life. I have had clinical depression, as it happens. The stress of performing didn't help, but it wasn't about being a comedian in itself.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2009
Comedians experience depression like anyone else; performance stress can worsen it but isn't the cause.
In simple terms: Depression affects all professions, including comedians.
Key Takeaway
Seek support and manage stress regardless of career.
Themes
mental health
performance pressure
stigma
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
personal
observational
When to use this quote
- stand‑up gigs
- therapy sessions
- daily coping
- creative work
Key Concepts
psychology
well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- How does public expectation impact mental health?
- What coping strategies help performers?
A Different Perspective
Depression may be deeper than performance stress alone.
![“I think a lot of people think that we [comedians] are nerveless people in the theatre, that we don't feel that kind of terror which traditionally anyone who has to do any public speaking feels. It's worse for actors, because our livelihood depends on it.” quote by Barry Humphries](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/706/barry-humphries-10778_actors_i-think-a-lot-of-people-think-that-we-co_1434835.jpg)
