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Preston Coroners Court

Psychiatrist weeps after hearing student had taken his own life

Preston Coroner's Court

Lancashire man’s decline after family losses revealed at inquest

Kynan Dawes, the devoted brother of an “incredible” woman driven to take her own life after suffering for years in an abusive and coercive relationship plans to transform her birthday from a day of sadness into a day of celebrating her legacy. Pictured is Kiena Dawes, 23, in happier times and with her brother as a child

Lasting legacy for tragic mum Kiena Dawes 'the light in every room'

Ionut Tanae raped a woman twice before breaking into her Nelson home and threatening her

Sentence increase for man who raped woman twice & broke into her home

Over half of the UK’s new mothers reported feeling a loss of identity.

Ad Feature Three in four UK mothers experience 'role confusion' after childbirth

Coroner describes untimely death of Preston mum, 37, as ‘tragic case’

A Lancashire mental health trust is offering advice on how to cope as Christmas draws near.

'Christmas doesn't have to be perfect' - and it's ok to ask for help

Lancashire Police probed care home death of Preston woman after she died from rare drug overdose, coroner told

Police probed care home death after woman died from rare drug overdose

Kurt Spencer and his Dance 4 Depression events

'I'm a DJ & PT - this is how I'm using dance to beat depression'

Kurt Spencer, Mayor of South Ribble Cllr Paul Wharton-Hardman BEM and Consort Mr Chris Wharton-Hardman

Dance 4 Depression: Local DJ and personal trainer’s mission to raise £10,000 for...

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCFT) is raising awareness of the impact of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Lancashire health trust shares how to beat Seasonal Affective Disorder

Almost three in 10 feared they lacked the appropriate amount of testosterone.

Men say they're 'full of testosterone', yet don't know what it does

Helen Flanagan has announced her first book 'Head & Heart: Break-ups, Breakdowns and Being Rosie'

Corrie star Helen Flanagan announces her first book

One in 20 people in the UK are diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder.

How to manage the symptoms of SAD this winter with these top tips

Thirty-nine people have been arrested across Northern Ireland as part of a major operation targeting those sought for violence against women and girls

I was pushed to verge of suicde by perfect man who turned controlling

Charlotte Dawson has shared a new video to her Instagram, updating her followers on her mental health.

Charlotte Dawson heartbreakingly questions if she has PPD
Lancashire celebrity Charlotte Dawson has this week opened up about her mental health, fearing that she may be suffering from postpartum depression.
Aimee Seddon

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Expert tips for managing stress and improving your work-life balance

Heart disease is a leading cause of death among women in the UK

UK women less likely to seek help for chest pain and heart issues

55 per cent had moments where they questioned their future in education

Students' biggest concerns - including exam stress and money

Over 14,000 under 17-year-olds sought treatment for addiction between 2023/2024

Ad Feature UK teen drug and alcohol addiction is a "growing crisis", experts warn

Ribblemere unit, Chorley

Unique mother and baby unit near you is recognised as 'gold standard'

Winter can be a challenging time for our mental health.

Pharmacist shares five ways to help symptoms of 'winter depression'

Low moods can have a big impact on getting to sleep.

Six tips on how to get a good night's sleep this Blue Monday

Blue Monday usually falls on the third Monday in January.

How to beat Blue Monday - tips to look after your mental health

I know why we're depressed: Xmas is done, the cost of living & winter

Kiena Dawes would not have taken her own life if she had been treated in a “loving” way, a court has heard

Alleged abuse contributed to Kiena Dawes's suicide, court told

The dark winter days can have a big impact on people's mental health.

5 of the best SAD lamps to help brighten your mood this winter
Light therapy can help improve the mood of some people with SAD 💡
Sarah McCann

"Well liked and well loved" former Vidal Sassoon hairdresser Dieter Myers died suddenly aged 53

Coroner probes sudden death of loved Vidal Sassoon hairdresser aged 53

Blackpool’s annual health report says many people have been diagnosed with depression

Report says one in five people in Blackpool are suffering depression

A ‘reclusive’ accountant was found dead at his Lancashire home weeks after he was last seen.

‘Reclusive’ accountant found dead at home weeks after he was last seen

The dark nights and winter weather can trigger symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

SAD: warning signs and symptoms to look out for this winter

Burnley parkrun. Photo by George Webster

I'm a doctor - it's great Parkrun has got thousands more active

Lewis Bamber from Lostock Hall died in a Wigan park awaiting an ADHD assessment

Man, 25, died in park as he waited for ADHD assessment

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6 tips to combat SAD, boost your mood while remote working this winter

Danni Cooper was left unable to walk or talk after cost of living stress triggered a rare neurological condition.

Watch: Money stress triggered woman’s rare neurological condition

Female masked burglar from Preston told 'keep up the good work' after giving up crime for new baby

Female masked burglar told 'keep up good work' after giving up crime

Daniella Taylor at her graduation from the University of Central Lancashire

There were so many times I didn’t think I would make it after coma

I’m a scuba diver who's back diving thanks to life-changing treatments

Damian Stanley pictured with his beloved goat Actin who recently passed away.

I was heartbroken to lose my famous pet goat but received a gift

Left: Married couple Paris and Tyson Fury. Right: a still from the Tyson v Oleksandr Usyk. Credit: Instagram and Getty

Paris Fury fears her & Tyson's marriage won't survive a Usyk rematch

Kyle Garth (top right) was jailed for more than seven years for a savage machete attack (like the one pictured) on a woman in a Preston street. Patrick Clifford who gave him the fearsome weapon and was with him when he attacked his victim in Ingol, was also jailed for 13 months.

'Hold her head while I chop it off' - Machete attackers chilling words

Sam Elliott-Black founder of Sam’s Naturally Handmade.

I lost my dad and job during Covid but now I have won a business award

Stock image of a woman looking distressed. Credit: Manuel_Faba/Adobe

This area of Lancashire is the 'most stressed' in the whole of the UK

A poorly Clifford.

I had to spend £180 to save my dog's life after he ate cannabis

Harry and Jack Jermy-Doyle together on their 18th birthday

Man killed in senseless attack lost his twin brother four years ago

Drug addict stubbed out cigarette on girlfriend & threw a knife at her

Drug addict stubbed out cigarette on girlfriend & threw a knife at her

Childline has become inundated with calls from youngsters about their mental health. (Picture: Adobe Stock)

Breaking Mental health is the main reason kids call Childline, charity reveals

. Coroner's court

Son became a recluse after suffering two vicious attacks, inquest told

Stock image of woman holding her head in pain

World first as ‘alive and wriggling’ worm found in woman’s brain

Byron Highton and his family attended the grave of his brother Jon-Jo Highton on the 9th anniversary of his death

Jon-Jo Highton's brother says he is finally happy nine years on

CoCo Lee dies aged 48. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

Chinese-American Mulan singer Coco Lee dies aged 48

Gary Lambert, who is camping outside of his former home after being evicted in Stockwood, Bristol.

Man forced out of home in no fault eviction lives in a tent outside it

A woman ditched vegetables from her diet and says she feels better than ever as a result.

Carnivore woman lost 5 stone after raw steak and offal diet

James Middleton, brother of Princess Kate

Kate Middleton’s brother gives update after suffering devastating loss

The infuriating cocos nucifera

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