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Advice for Depression Sufferers at Christmas

December 8, 2009 by SallyPreston

As millions of us prepare for the festive season, for a minority fun and laughter is the last thing on their minds. For those suffering from depression it can be the very worst time of the year, according to Dr Gowrisunkur consultant psychiatrist from the Priory.

More than 2.9 million people in the UK are diagnosed as having depression at any one time. As many as one in three people will be affected by depression at some point in their lives.

Priory Warns of Effects Of Unemployment on Mental Health

September 16, 2009 by SallyPreston

With unemployment figures released today experts at the Priory Group are warning that one of the side effects of a higher number of jobless could be a surge in the number of people seeking treatment for depression.

Unemployment increased to 2.38 million in July and the figure this week is expected to be even higher and many commentators believe it will top 2.5 million.

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