Stigma doesn’t always look the way we expect
When we talk about mental health stigma, we might think of someone making an openly unkind comment. Sometimes it’s much more subtle than that. It can be a change in tone, an assumption about what someone can do, or a conversation that suddenly feels different after they mention their mental health. Here’s Mark sharing an […]
Children’s Mental Health Week: Supporting Wellbeing in a Challenging World
Children’s Mental Health Week is a timely reminder that emotional wellbeing is just as important as physical health. For many children today, growing up feels complicated. They are navigating academic pressure, social media, global uncertainty and the lasting impact of disrupted routines and relationships. As adults, we play a vital role in helping children feel […]
Anti-Bullying Week: Power for Good
This year, Anti-Bullying Week runs from 10th to 14th November and carries the theme ‘Power for Good’: the idea that each of us, young or older, has the power to act, support, speak up and create change. Bullying isn’t just an issue of what happens in the playground or at school; it’s deeply connected to […]
OCD Awareness Week: What It Means & How You Can Help
Every year in October, OCD Awareness Week gives us a chance to talk about a mental health condition that is often misunderstood: Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD isn’t about being “a bit tidy” or liking things to be clean. For people who live with it, OCD can be a daily struggle — sometimes even life-changing. That’s […]
World Mental Health Day: A Place Where Nobody is Turned Away
“A Place Where Nobody Is Turned Away” : Ron’s story shows why mental health support should be part of everyday life When Ron walks through the doors at Darlington Mind, he knows he won’t be judged. There’s no need to pretend everything is fine. No pressure to explain why he’s struggling. Just a warm welcome, a […]
National Dog Day: Taking Pawsitive Strides Towards Good Mental Health
At Darlington Mind, we understand that mental health support looks different for everyone. For some, it might be counselling. For others, a creative group or a bit of gardening. And for many, the simple act of walking with a dog can make a world of difference. With National Dog Day coming up on 26th August, we’re […]
The Mental Health Benefits of Boxing: A Knockout Solution for Mind & Body Wellness
Boxing—a sport that combines physical prowess with mental agility—offers more than just a way to break a sweat. Beyond the ring, boxing can significantly have a positive impact on your mental health. Let’s lace up our gloves and explore the surprising benefits to wellbeing of boxing: Stress Relief Life throws punches, and sometimes we need […]
Gratitude
November is National Gratitude Month, so we want to highlight the benefits of gratitude for good mental health. Gratitude is the feeling of appreciation and thankfulness for what we have, who we are, and what we experience. It is a positive emotion that can boost our mood, reduce stress, and enhance our relationships. Gratitude can […]
Managing Exam Stress
Lily is a 16-year-old girl who, like many, this year is preparing for her GCSEs. Lily has previously suffered now and again with bouts of anxiety and depression, related especially to what her fear of what her friends thought about her. Being liked by her friends, their opinion of her, and fitting in is very […]
Small Steps to Take to Improve Your Mental Health
When talking about health, most people focus on one’s physical health and the benefits that exercising or eating healthy can give them. People tend to neglect the importance of mental health in their lives. According to the Mental Health Foundation, one in six people around the world can experience common mental health problems. Mental health […]