Many of us remember Williams in his comical roles in films such as "Mrs. Doubtfire," "Aladdin" and "Flubber." But no one really knew the reality of what was behind the comedian’s jokes and laughs.

According to the "LA Times," Williams's death from caused from an apparent suicide. Susan Schneider, Williams’s widow, said that Williams struggled with depression. According to "LA Times," Williams's death was caused from an apparent suicide. Susan Schneider, Williams’s widow, said that Williams struggled with depression.

According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, there is a 17 percent chance of suffering major depression. Depression is a problem that tends to be overlooked, especially with college students. The reality of the matter is that many college students deal with depression. 

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, more than 10 percent of college students have reported being treated or diagnosed with depression. An SDSU student, who wants to remain anonymous, says she suffered from depression her freshman year of school. “I just felt so sad and alone in this new place,” she said, “I felt like I had no one to turn to.” 

Some of the signs and symptoms of depression include: sadness, anxiety, helpless and lack of appetite. Another symptom is thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts. The NAMI website states that in 2012 seven percent of college students “seriously considered suicide.” Suicide is the third leading cause of death on college campuses.  

Many college campuses offer services to students who are struggling with a mental health issues, including depression and suicide. Unfortunately many people who struggle with depression do not seek out the help they need.  

According to NAMI, 40 percent of students with diagnosable mental health conditions did not seek any help. Many students feel that there is a stigma for seeking professional help. The number one reason why student do not seek help is because they are concerned with the stigma associated with mental health help 

The anonymous SDSU student says that she felt that her fellow students would judge her and think differently of her if they found out she had depression. “I never told anyone how I was feeling,” she said.  But one day she decided to seek help at SDSU’s counseling and psychological services. 

She also states that, she knew nothing was going to change if she did not get the help she needed. She called counseling and psychological services and was able to go to therapy.She stated that making that call and attending therapy, was the best decision she made.     

“Therapy helped me work through my problems,” she said, “I was able to express how I feel and finally be able learn how to cope with my depression.”  She says even though many people may be scared to seek the treatment they need, they should not be concerned about what other people think.    

“Honestly, don’t worry about the others, do what is best for you,” she said, “Your well-being is at stake and that is more important than the opinions of others.”