I had a successful career, a nice home and was financially well off, but when my marriage collapsed in my mid 40’s I experienced depression. Playing sport and exercising with Sport in Mind was undoubtedly the main reason why I recovered from depression and helped me feel like life really was worth living. Read more
Sport in Mind helps aid the recovery of thousands of children and adults each year. Below are just a few of the people we have helped:
I had everything I had ever wanted; a loving husband, 2 amazing kids and a fantastic home but after suffering post-natal depression I really struggled with life. It wasn’t until I joined Sport in Mind and started exercising regularly that I really saw improvements and begun to rediscovered the old me... Read more
12 years ago I was diagnosed with serious mental illness. At the onset of my illness life seemed pretty bleak – I lacked motivation to do anything and didn’t see the point of getting up in the mornings. Joining Sport in Mind has given my life a positive focus, helped me grow and regain my confidence... Read more
At 18 I was awarded a sports scholarship to the USA, but after suffering an injury I suffered depression. Being given the opportunity to play sport in a supportive and caring environment with Sport in Mind really helped my recovery and made feel 'normal' again... Read more