Obesity link to depression caused by dietary fats entering brain, study finds
Dietary fats entering the brain through the bloodstream may explain the link between obesity and depression, new research suggests.
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More support urged for witnesses to suicide
Liberal Democrat MSP Alex Cole-Hamilton has urged more support for people who witness incidents such as suicides, as he revealed he still suffers nightmares after seeing a person take their own life.
Johnrose working to spread the word about motor neurone disease risk
Lenny Johnrose feels it is his duty to spread the word to footballers about the “frightening” statistics suggesting a link between professional contact sport and motor neurone disease, but says nothing would have deterred him from pursuing a career in the game.
Teenagers more likely to self-harm and suffer depression than a decade ago
Depression and self-harm are on the rise among Britain’s teenagers, according to a large-scale study.
North-east councillor questions increasingly ‘depressing’ budget-setting process after voting for £22 million of cuts
One of dozens of north-east councillors who this week voted for £22 million of cuts - which will hit schools, libraries and bus services - has branded the budget-setting process "depressing".
Academics to combat depression in farmers as figures reveal one suicide every week
North-east academics are researching ways to improve the mental health of farmers amid rising concerns about the number of workers in the agricultural sector taking their own lives.
All that pill-popping when a brisk walk might do the trick
I don’t for a minute think that half of the good folk of Nairn are popping anti-depressants - after all, with its bracing sea air and lovely beaches there is so much to be happy about.
Anger as paralysed Highland man left clinically depressed after losing his NHS 24-hour care package
A paralysed man has been left clinically depressed after his 24-hour care package was suddenly removed- leaving him “in pain, degradation and misery”.
Former soldier with PTSD shines spotlight on mental health offshore
A former soldier has called on offshore leaders to do more to support those with mental health problems.
Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody opens up about depression
Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody has opened up about his struggle with depression.
Aberdeen council staff working in ‘pressure cooker’
Union leaders claim stressed city council staff were working in a “pressure cooker” environment due to council cutbacks.
Allergic north-east children referred to psychologists over food anxiety
This week, the Press and Journal has highlighted the physical harm allergies can cause people, today Ben Hendry writes about their mental toll on children.
The drugs do work – study suggests antidepressants are effective
Antidepressants are effective in the treatment of the mental health condition, according to the authors of an international study.
Cloudia battles back to achieve special moment
A newly-qualified teacher who suffered from crippling anxiety and depression has thanked university staff for helping her achieve her goals.
Prof Ewan Gillon: How can we support men this Movember?
Movember is here which means over the next few weeks you might start to notice a huge number of the city’s male population sporting moustaches.
How men suffer from depression differently to women
It is reported that only 25% of people suffering from depression are men but in reality the number is most likely to be a lot higher.
Could Aberdonians born in the 1950s hold the key to finding better ways to treat depression?
A group of Aberdeen children, born in the 1950s, could hold the key to finding better ways to treat depression.
Farmers reminded who to turn to for help with stress, anxiety and depression
Farmers and crofters who are stressed or finding it difficult to cope have been reminded of the help available to them.
Survey reveals extent of depression in rural areas
Nearly two thirds of people in rural areas have reported suffering depression.
Support group to tackle depression launched in north-east
A new support group, set up to tackle depression, anxiety and stress in a north-east town, has said it is committed to helping people talk about their problems.
How a passion for crafting is helping one woman battle depression
For Amy Jakob, it all started when she was back in school.
How to survive the most depressing day of the year
It’s a new year and we’re half-way through January – the most miserable month of the year.
Garden guru’s plan to combat depression
A gardening guru believes his plan to create a row of massive polytunnels in Elgin will help reduce depression.
Men, don’t be afraid to ask for help!
Men: It’s time to take charge of your mental health, writes Professor Ewan Gillon, as he discusses the signs of male depression and offers his top tips.
Mental Health Awareness Week: PTSD is one of the hardest things to talk about
We are all fighting our own battles so we should always be kind. We never know what is going on in a persons head. We never know what they have been through in the past or what they are going through right now.
Jojo Fraser: Mental Health Awareness Week is the perfect time to be open about our challenges
It's mental health awareness week and I shall soon face the ultimate challenge and run my first marathon at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival.
Thousands in north of Scotland turning to anti-depressants
The number of people in the north and north-east using anti-depressants has soared in the last five years.
When children are depressed
A guide for parents on childhood depression – how to spot the signs and get help, by Professor Ewan Gillon, chartered psychologist and clinical director of First Psychology Inverness and Aberdeen.
Food researchers call on volunteers to help determine whether local is better
Researchers at a north-east university are calling on volunteers to take part in a new study on the benefits of local foods.
Help yourself to help others
Depression and exhaustion are common for those caring for loved ones with dementia – so putting your own needs first isn’t selfish, it’s essential Dementia rates are believed to be on the rise, with around 850,000 people in the UK already diagnosed with some form of the condition. The number of people ‘living with’ dementia however is far higher. Because, as with many conditions, it isn’t an illness that only impacts the person who actually has it.
Aberdeen event will explore mental health issues
Support for people with mild depression will be examined at an event in Aberdeen next week.
Peterhead FC player who revealed depression helps raise thousands for SAMH
Supporters of Peterhead Football Club have raised more than £4,000 for a mental health charity in honour of a player who courageously revealed his battle with depression.