“I had to realise how close I’d come to death”
Mark Simmonds seemed to be leading what would nowadays be called his “best life”.
Depression
Exercise helps beat depression even in people with family history – study
Just 30 minutes of exercise per day can help beat depression – even in people with a family history of the condition, research suggests.
Ibuprofen, statins and fish oils ‘may curb depression’
Common painkillers, statins and fish oils may help curb depression, especially if taken with antidepressants, experts say.
Food for thought: Eat healthy and boost your mood as research links mental health and a balanced diet
You are what you eat – it’s a phrase we’ve all heard repeated time and time again. But as well as the benefits for our physical health, could a balanced diet also lead to better mental wellbeing?
Former spin doctor Alastair Campbell on how bagpipe music helps his mental health
Alastair Campbell has told how the skirl of the bagpipes and Scotland’s stunning scenery helped him battle mental illness.
Scots speed skater Elise Christie opens up about her two-year battle with depression and anxiety
Elise Christie has spoken of a two-year battle with mental health and her joy of coming off antidepressants.
Dusting off the miseries: How cleaning can help your mental health
She is the best-selling queen of clean whose advice and enthusiasm have seen widespread acts of dusting, polishing and mopping breakout across the country.
Still Game star Sanjeev Kohli speaks about his depression battle
STILL Game actor Sanjeev Kohli has revealed his battle with depression.
New research suggests following a Mediterranean diet ‘may help prevent depression’
FOLLOWING a Mediterranean diet could help prevent depression, new research suggests.
Best-seller beats breakdown to highlight mental health issues
AT 24, on the edge of a cliff in Ibiza in beautiful sunshine, the Med glistening below, Matt Haig was preparing to stop living.
England and Tottenham defender Danny Rose speaks openly about battle with depression
ENGLAND defender Danny Rose has candidly opened up about being diagnosed with depression which was sparked by a lengthy injury lay-off and a death in the family.