Health Secretary says sorry about lack of support for NHS workers
The Health Secretary has apologised to the families of NHS workers let down by a lack of support.
Mental Health
NHS staff to be offered 24-hour mental health support
NHS staff will be offered 24-hour mental health support if they suffer a stressful incident at work, the Health and Social Care Secretary will say.
More than 100 mental health staff recruited so far this year
More than 100 mental health staff have been hired across Scotland’s public sector since the start of the year.
More than 100 mental health staff recruited across Scotland’s public sector so far this year
More than 100 mental health staff have been hired across Scotland's public sector since the start of the year.
Mum of tragic teen calls for more protection for vulnerable youngsters with mental health issues
When she was just six-years-old, Libbi Toledo told her mum she would never grow old.
Game of Thrones star Daniel Portman urges people to discuss mental health
GAME OF THRONES star Daniel Portman is backing a campaign encouraging people to talk about mental health as new research shows less than half of Scots are comfortable doing so with family and friends.
Victoria Pendleton describes her ‘darkest day’
Former Olympic cycling champion Victoria Pendleton has revealed that she considered taking her own life last summer.
Lib Dems call for improved mental health absence recording
All public bodies should record staff mental health absences, the Scottish Liberal Democrats have said.
SNP MP warns patients with mental health issues could face problems getting vital medication after Brexit
PATIENTS with mental health issues may face problems getting vital medication after Brexit, an MP has warned.
Psychiatrist appointed to review mental health support for young prisoners
A LEADING psychiatrist has been appointed to oversee an independent review of the mental health support services available to young people behind bars.
Almost half LGBT Scots have experienced depression in last year – research
Almost half LGBT people in Scotland have experienced depression in the last year, according to new research.