You've got to be mad to be a comedian, or have you?
Two of the best funnymen in Wales have reacted to the latest scientific study which claims that comedians have personality types linked with psychosis. A study by Oxford University researchers suggests comedians score highly on characteristics that in extreme cases are associated with mental illness. Unusually, they have high levels of both introversion and extroversion. The research team says the creative elements needed for humour are similar to traits seen in people with psychosis. Ammanford-based comedian Phil Evans, above gave his reaction - “Never underestimate the working comedian. “It takes talent, commitment and a burning desire to stand in front of a room full of strangers, night after night. “The need to win over the crowd is very powerful and often takes great skill. Having said that, why would you feel the need to do it in the first place? “Some of the world’s most famous people had drive, determination and skills to move crowds and achieve great things. Talent put to...