Photograph of a group of runners participating in a race on a wet road, with one runner accompanied by a white dog wearing a race bib.

Benefits of Running for Mental Health

Running is a popular form of exercise that has been shown to have numerous benefits for both physical and mental health. According to several studies, running can help boost your

Photograph of an outdoor mental health awareness booth set up under a blue canopy labeled "Darlington Mind"

World Mental Health Day – Funds Raised

To mark World Mental Health Day we ran an information, activity and fundraising stall in Darlington town centre on Sat 12 Oct. Until the heavy rain came we saw a

Photograph showing three people standing in front of a blue canopy tent with "www.darlingtonmind.com"

Amazon Family Day and Raby Castle Raffles

Announcing the raffle winners from the Darlington Mind stalls at each event over this year’s August Bank Holiday:  The winning ticket for the hamper at the Amazon day on Fri

Photograph of a person standing outdoors in a garden or backyard setting with greenery and buildings in the background.

The Hidden Perils: Alcohol and Mental Health

Alcohol – a ubiquitous companion at celebrations, social gatherings, and moments of solace. But beneath its seemingly harmless facade lies a complex relationship with our mental well-being. Alcohol and depression

Photograph of a man wearing a black beret, blue jacket, and brown scarf standing outdoors against a clear blue sky.

Loneliness and Mental Health

Loneliness can affect anyone and may be caused by things such as social isolation, retirement, loss of a loved one, or moving to a new place. It can catch you

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,