Professor defends electroconvulsive therapy against Hollywood's portrayal
A top Tayside psychiatrist says a treatment stigmatised by Hollywood saves lives. (...)
Boxing — and the Salvation Army — help David back on his feet after 'lowest point' of his life
Three months ago he was on the brink of suicide after losing his business, his girlfriend and his home. Now, with the help of his flatmate who intervened in the nick of time, Dundee man David Stephenson has pulled himself back from the depths of despair and is looking forward to a new career as a semi-professional boxer. (...)
Entertainer Eddie vows to bring Bella back
Bella Nuggett is back! That is the message from entertainer Eddie Davidson, who is hoping to return to the stage after years battling depression following the loss of his sight. (...)
Those with problems urged not to suffer in silence during festive season
Angus Choose Life Team is urging anyone who may be struggling with loneliness or depression over the festive season to talk about their problems. (...)
Epileptic woman condemns back to work decision
A West Fife woman who has epilepsy has vowed to fight on against a government department, despite losing an appeal she feels has forced her back to work. (...)
Taymara's £1 bid for North Carr lightship accepted
Officials from the seafaring charity Taymara are celebrating after they learned their £1 offer to buy the 250-ton North Carr lightship at Dundee harbour has been successful. (...)
Reminder in Perth that help is at hand for the hopeless
"Help is always there" was the message for the people of Perth and Kinross as Suicide Prevention Week began. (...)
Alcoholic hears Snow Patrol — and goes Chasing Cars
A reveller at T in the Park diced with death by walking onto a busy stretch of motorway after chart-toppers Snow Patrol wowed festival-goers with hits including How To Be Dead and Chasing Cars. (...)
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