Gary Speed
Posted in Real stories
During the Month of Movember some news may have past you by, unless you are a follower of English football (soccer).
During a month were people look to raise funds to support awareness around men’s health and depression, Gary Speed, a well-respected former player and coach of Wales was found by his wife, hung.
For a man who was by all accounts doing a good job for his country, was well liked and had what seems to be a happy and successful life this has come as a shock for many who knew him.
This is a sad story but no uncommon for those who live with depression and their families. It is a strong reminder, like John Kirwan’s story, that it doesn’t matter who you are or what you do life can have its challenges.
Let’s remember to talk about these issues and support people to feel that they can tell someone if they need support and where they can turn.
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