There have been significant advances in the development of anti-depressant drugs. However, we must also recognise that alcohol is a depressant and surely the abuse of drink is not helping the mental well-being of our young people. According to the survey, 21% of those aged between 15 and 24 years would not visit their GP if they felt depressed. The average was 13%. It is disturbing that one in eight people would not seek medical help if they felt depressed.