Deepika Padukone's fight against depression receives strong support online

  • IndiaGlitz, [Saturday,March 28 2015]

Deepika Padukone recently took up the cause of spreading mental awareness. The actress openly shared her experience on a reputed national television show with her mother and doctors by her side. It was an interesting exchange where they discussed the issue at length.

The audiences applauded Deepika's courage and the show was widely discussed and spoken about. It got more than 50,000 views in no time and has been abuzz on social media platforms as well. Besides, people have been tweeting and commenting about the same.

Deepika admitted that she underwent depression last year and after a lot of support, understanding from her family and guidance of doctors she overcame it. It can be noted that amidst her work commitments, Deepika took time and did an intricate research on the matter. She collaborated with a team of doctors for research and has also set up 'The Live Love Laugh Foundation' to spread the word on mental health care. Deepika's foundation even in the nascent stage has received support from varied organizations and individuals who are keen to partner or support the initiative in their own manner.

Currently the dimpled beauty is busy with 'Bajirao Mastani' and will start the promotions of 'Piku'.

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