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Depression is common among police. One cop found relief on the comedy stage

By Lakshmi Singh
Published December 4, 2025 at 4:53 PM EST

Depression and other mental health issues affect millions of Americans. Police are especially vulnerable, due to the stresses of the job. One officer in Colorado found an outlet doing standup comedy.

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Lakshmi Singh
Lakshmi Singh is a midday newscaster and a guest host for NPR, which she joined in 2000.
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