PTSD

Second World War veterans at the National Memorial Arboretum, during an event hosted by the Royal British Legion to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day (Picture: Jacob King/PA Wire)

A tough, resilient generation - Susan Morrison

Martin Lynch.

I take a cold plunge in my wheelie bin every day - it helps my PTSD

John Bolloten, documentary photographer at his Blood Brothers exhibition

I photograph brutal bare-knuckle fights. I'm often sprayed with blood

National World

Brave Survivor of Trauma takes a 'Big Stroll' to Raise Money for HorseTime

National World

Brave Survivor of Trauma takes a 'Big Stroll' to Raise Money for HorseTime

Anu Vaidyanathan

Anu Vaidyanathan: Double Trouble at Edinburgh Fringe

Sam Fender at Boardmasters 2024

Sam Fender warms crowd with powerful performance at Boardmasters

Staff at Five Sisters Zoo in West Calder in West Lothian said the death of Yampil, an Asiatic black bear, meant it was a “truly sad day”.

Staff at local zoo 'utterly devastated' after beloved bear dies

Lucy Gawthorpe at her home where a wall has collapsed.

Watch: Garden wall which crashed into home could cost £30k to fix

Mikey Allen at his 'therapy' castle in the Sirhowy Valley, South Wales.

Ex-soldier pledges to rebuild mountain 'therapy' castle

Local MP Owen Thompson says the country is facing a national crisis which needs to be tackled.

MP's call for UK government to back migraine treatment research

Midlothian MP Owen Thompson receives his challenge coin from Calum Macleod.

MP honoured by army veterans' charity for work

Spending time outdoors has so many benefits for us (photo: Adobe)

Nourish your mental health with time spent outdoors

The covered structure of Grenfell Tower in London Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images

Thousands sign petition calling for BBC to axe drama on Grenfell Tower

Made In Chelsea’s Louise Thompson announces incurable Lupus diagnosis

These are the common reasons behind kids nightmares

8 common reasons for kids nightmares explained
With Halloween now just weeks away, Little Wishlist – an online gift registry for pregnancy, babies, and children – collaborated with two experts to discuss nightmares and night terrors.
Christine Emelone

These are 12 of the best weighted blankets

12 best weighted blankets for adults and kids including Silentnight

Katie Price explores Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in a new Channel 4 documentary which aired on Mental Health Awareness Day (10 October). Pic: Channel 4.

How to watch Katie Price: Trauma and Me on Channel 4

Gullane resident, Lisa Shaw will swim around the five Balearic Islands across three years to raise money for YoungMinds UK.

East Lothian woman launches ‘global swim club’

These are the UK's super dogs - including a mastiff and Staffordshire bull terri...

Veronica and her loyal companion Stirling

Hidden illnesses: Living with Complex PTSD

A woman carries her dog as she flees the fighting in the Ukrainian city of Irpin via a destroyed bridge (Picture: Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Plight of Ukrainians' pets caught up in war haunts me every day

Arabella was born with a rare condition called arthrogryposis.

Disabled child left in ‘unsuitable’ council housing following mother’s death

Ketamine-assisted therapy has already been trialled in countries like Canada (Photo: COLE BURSTON/AFP via Getty Images)

First UK clinic using ketamine to treat mental health has opened in Bristol

The most commonly recorded symptom was flashbacks of the patient's time in hospital (Photo: Shutterstock)

Around a third of Covid patients thought to experience PTSD symptoms after being...

Marilyn Manson and Evan Rachel Wood were in a relationship from 2007 to 2010

Marilyn Manson: Brian Warner accused of abuse by ex-partner Evan Rachel Wood and...

Gary Amos and his daughter Rosie at grave of Adam Amos his dead son

Grieving dad sets up charity to honour son's legacy
A grieving father who's 23-year-old son died from an accidental overdose of a counterfeit anti-anxiety drug has set up a charity to help people with mental health and addiction problems.
Kevan Christie

Gary and Ian outside his new home. Picture: Cameron Allan.

Builder's DIY SOS renovation after pick-axe attack left man as double amputee

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Combat Stress and Napier University to launch study on treatment for Complex PTS...

This is the psychology behind 'lockdown fatigue' - and how to combat it

Lance Corporal Sean Wiseman from Bonnyrigg.

Invictus dream put on hold for Bonnyrigg soldier

Why running is my lockdown release - and how it helps with PTSD

Newtongrange cat Binx was chased by a neighbor's dog and shaken to death.

Newtongrange family devastated after cat shaken to death by dog

The project aims to support veterans in the community.

Military Museum Scotland given £70k grant for armoured car project

Mark Martin-Davy with his photographs and wife Julie's art, which has been used in Christmas cards. Penny Lyons (left) shows off her woodwork.

Injured services veterans display artwork in Help for Heroes exhibition in Edinb...

Mark Bibbey is the CEO of Poppyscotland. He spent 30 years as a Royal Marine, retiring in 2010.

Poppyscotland still plays a vital role for service personnel – Mike Bibbey

Milly-Bear was nominated by her owner Sarah Kelly, from Edinburgh, as she helps Ms Kelly manage her post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and autism.

Edinburgh assistance dog Millie-Bear who helps owner manage PTSD and autism crow...

CCTV captured the shocking moment neighbour threw kitten at owner's door

The symptoms of PTSD are often so severe that they affect the sufferer's quality of life on a day-to-day basis (Photo: Shutterstock)

What is PTSD and how can I tell if I have it?

PTSD (Photo: Shutterstock)

What is PTSD and how can I tell if I have it?

Ian Temperley, centre, and his walking pals

Way to go – Ian takes steps towards Heroes fundraiser

Ash Denham is the SNP MSP for Edinburgh Eastern

Ash Denham: London calls the shots on firework ban

Gabrielle Riddiough in her Merida costume.

Policewoman suffering PTSD after attack hails healing power of cosplay

Neil Marshall pictured with his special assistance dog, Arbhair. Picture: Jon Savage

Ex-soldier left humiliated after assistance dog barred from Edinburgh flight

We have been highlighting the cause of veterans all this week. Picture: Greg Macvean

Austerity politics '˜contributing to suicides among veterans in Scotland'

Colin MacLachlan of charity Who Dares Cares. Picture: Lisa Ferguson.

Defence cuts leading to '˜more veterans with PTSD being left to sleep rough'

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Maternal mental health problems '“ the impact in numbers

Eva Macfarlane from Livingston- 14 - was at the Ariane Grande concert in Manchester last year when the arena was bombed.
she has struggled since the experience but despite being diagnosed with PTSD managed to write and perform her own song at Pumpherston Music Festival "Sing on the Bing" on Saturday night.

Manchester Arena survivor Eva pens song to aid recovery

Anna and Lauren Khan

Twin sisters seeking compensation as they move on after horror crash

Taking personal responsibility can help people transcend life's problems

Darren McGarvey: Personal responsibility is a left-wing issue too

Darren Greenfield
was ex Army (Tank Regiment) and was homeless on the streets of Edinburgh for years. He had a regular pitch at the top of Waverley steps.
Police have confirmed that Darren died the week before Christmas

Appeal to fund the funeral of homeless war veteran Darren

Darren Greenfield was a familiar sight on the streets

Leader comment: Sadly, Darren Greenfield's story is not unique

A photo taken by a homeless Scottish Gulf War veteran Jamie Robertson showing the notebook he kept during the conflict

Ex-soldier's photo appears in UK-wide billboard display

The council report will look into the impacts - both good and ill - of fireworks in the city. Picture: Ian Georgeson

Joanna Mowat: The time is right to look at the impact of firework displays

Killer faces assessment to decide length of jail term