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Clare has struggled with depression at several points in her life and has taken antidepressants to help stabilise her mood. Nowadays she takes citalopram regularly as a preventative measure as she recognises that her coping mechanisms aren't always very robust.
Clare is married and has three adult children. She works in local government. Ethnic background: White Irish
Stuart has experienced depression since his teenage years but it wasn't until he was in his 30's that he sought help from the GP following a breakdown. He has tried a number of different antidepressants, and currently takes citalopram as a preventative measure. He feels that medication is helpful in combination with other treatments such as CBT therapy and mindfulness.
Stuart is married and works part time as a teacher. He is also involved in voluntary activities to promote positive information about mental health. Ethnic Background: White British
Rachel has suffered from depression since she was a child although she didn't seek help until she was around 20. She has been prescribed numerous antidepressants over the years but has found it difficult to cope with side effects and says that antidepressants take away her motivation and vitality.
Rachel lives with her partner and is currently unable to work because of depression, but she worked as a support worker until fairly recently. She has three adult children. Ethnic...
Andrew had been feeling out of sorts for a couple of years losing interest in things he used to enjoy and finding life increasingly difficult, before he saw the doctor who diagnosed depression and recommended taking citalopram alongside having a course of CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy). It took about six weeks to begin to take effect, but he found that the medication helped him enormously and he now finds life enjoyable again. He is still taking citalopram and has no plans to stop at the present time, although he says when he is ready he will talk to his GP about how long to continue taking it for.
Andrew is married and has two young children. He works in communications at a university undertaking health research.
