Case Studies
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1 February 2010
Brian's story
I had to attend a medical interview to see if i was fit to work. There was no consultation of my medical notes. After the interview I felt worthless, stressed, humiliated, tearful, but luckily had my wife as support.
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18 January 2010
Barbara's story
I reached a depth of despair and depression that made me want to completely give up on life.
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15 January 2010
Julia's story
Pressures at work started to build up and I had to take time off with stress. After three months the stress turned into depression.
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23 November 2009
Layla's story
In March I started a new job and had to complete a health questionnaire.
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19 November 2009
Beatrice's story
My friend has bipolar disorder, PTSD, social anxiety and agoraphobia had her benefits withdrawn earlier this year. When she heard about the withdrawal of benefit she was devastated and she became more ill.
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1 October 2009
Derek's story
I have experienced depression for 20 years. My GP prescribed me anti depressants, but I didn't like to take them as it meant accepting the fact I have a mental health problem.