Craig Watson uses running as a therapy for depression and anxiety. For Watson, 49, running has become part of his therapy and competing in the Auckland Marathon an opportunity to fund raise for the Skills for Life Charitable Trust. Annette Lambly/Stuff Craig Watson intends to run the Auckland marathon to raise funds for the Skills for Life Charitable Trust. Three and a half years ago Watson spent most of his days in bed, overwhelmed and exhausted from his battle with depression and anxiety. READ MORE:* How exercising can protect you from depression* Running rescued me from depression* Christchurch teen Sophie Clark beats depression by running"I avoided all perceived expectations - the control room (brain) was in chaos.

Source: Stuff October 15, 2018 01:41 UTC