How talking about your experiences can help

Kenny talks about how he realised he was depressed and how discussing it helped him

Kenny’s advice

  • Kenny describes how talking about and understanding his experiences helped his depression.
  • He explains that just because everything is going well, does not mean that you can’t have depression.
  • Most importantly, you are not alone and there are people you can talk to.

Find support

You can find your local Andy’s Man Club group.

Breathing Space is a confidential service for anyone in Scotland aged 16 or over, whether you are feeling low, anxious or depressed. You can contact them on 0800 83 85 87.

Read more about low mood and depression.

Contact your GP practice if:

  • you want to speak to someone about your mental health

If you need urgent help, phone 111 and choose the mental health option to speak to the mental health hub.

In an emergency phone 999. 

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