Scott Hastings: My wife was everything, and depression took her

Scott’s interview comes at a time when mental health problems are on the rise in Scotland – with more women than men reporting issues across all age groups in the last census.

Much of Jenny’s life was spent working with mental health charities and initiatives, sharing her own experience in an effort to help others.

The couple spearheaded the 100 Streets challenge – a campaign that aimed to keep people active and improve their mental wellbeing.

Exercise and spending time outdoors was important to both of them – Scott being the brother of former Scotland rugby captain Gavin, and the most-capped player at the time he retired.

The couple also worked with Grangemouth Stags rugby club after they lost members to suicide.

Scott has promised to continue as an advocate for mental health.

“She was beautiful, she was everything to me,” he said. “She gave so much to other people. She never realised what she did, the impact she had on people.

“The one thing I’ve learned is just listen to people. Be more sympathetic to other people, help other people.

“Anybody out there who has a family member or friend – please just hold their hand, listen to them and help them through their dark days.”