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Stewart was diagnosed with depression in 2010 after not being 'himself' for a couple of years. He attributes this to the accumulated effects of the loss of a number of close family members over the years and an unsettled (though loving) childhood. A supportive and insightful GP, medication and cognitive behavioural therapy have helped his recovery.
Stewart is a self-employed tradesperson. He is married and has two children. Ethnic background’ Australian.
Andrew has struggled with depression as well as chronic physical health problems for most of his life. His 13 years of marriage were a happier period, but after his wife's sudden death from a heart attack, his mental and physical health deteriorated and he was diagnosed with depression. He has found attending a mental health peer support group to be very helpful, together with antidepressant medication and regular visits to his GP.
Andrew is widowed, lives alone, and works as a storekeeper. He is a member of a peer support mental health group. Ethnic background’ Australian.
Phil's wife suffered from bipolar disorder during their marriage. He thinks that the difficulties of supporting his wife and her illness contributed to his depression. Phil worked with a support group and received counselling during his divorce. He took antidepressant medication during the divorce but since he got better he has used exercise and the support group to maintain his well-being.
Phil is divorced, lives alone, and works as a cleaner. He has three adult children and one grandchild. Ethnic background’ Italian.
Louise was diagnosed with depression when she was hospitalised after an injury. She has benefited from yoga, professional help and involvement with a peer support group and antidepressant medication. She now manages a community mental health organisation.
Louise is separated from her husband and lives by herself. She is the full time manager of a community mental health organisation. Ethnic background’ Anglo-Australian.
Clinton was diagnosed with depression when he was 19, which he thinks was related to childhood sexual abuse and some family history of mental health problems. Since his diagnosis he has been proactive in investigating and trying different medications and therapies. Today a 'mental toolkit of techniques to deal with depression in conjunction with antidepressants enable him to enjoy a more positive and calm life.
Clinton is an entertainer and musician who lives with his wife. Ethnic background’ Anglo-Australian.
John was diagnosed with depression 2008 when he was under immense work stress. He is taking antidepressant medication and undergoing counseling. Since his experience with depression he has changed careers and changed his perspective on life.
John is married with three children. He works part-time as an education officer. Ethnic background’ Australian-Chinese.
Gabrielle has experienced depression and anxiety for twenty years after experiencing postnatal depression. She has been hospitalised a number of times. She is currently taking antidepressant medication and seeing a psychologist and a psychiatrist. Gabrielle has used her own experience to help a local post-natal support group for new mothers and to help her interact with her patients in her nursing work.
Gabrielle works as a registered nurse. She is married with one daughter. Ethnic background’ Anglo-Australian.
Linda was diagnosed when she was 19. She is currently taking medication, and has benefited from counseling She had a happy childhood and supportive family. She has found exercise, walks on the beach near her house, surrounding herself with friends and family, and returning to her home city very helpful.
Linda works full-time as a financial planner and is in a relationship. Ethnic background’ Australian-Italian.
Artaud has been diagnosed with a few different mental health conditions, including depression. When he was younger he was hospitalised. He attributes the impact of correct treatment and support he has from work and his partner to his ability to maintain his career as a social worker.
Artaud is a social worker and is divorced from his first wife. He is now engaged to be married to his fianc’. He has two children from his first marriage....
Comodor was diagnosed with depression in hospital after treatment for cancer. This came as a surprise to him. He is not currently taking antidepressant medication or undergoing counselling.
Comodor is retired. He is married with two adult children. Ethnic background’ Anglo Australian.
