Mental Health

The IMHA are committing to putting lived experience at the centre of designing and developing care

Ad Feature IMHA backs lived experience in mental healthcare reform

The quotes were made using reverse graffiti, and appear on pavements across London

Only one in 10 Brits feel comfortable checking on someone's wellbeing

Smartphones can expose children to risks including cyberbullying, scams, inappropriate content and privacy issues.

7 risks to check before your child gets a phone

The annual Walk of Hope returns on Saturday, September 19.

Walk of Hope continues to raise mental health awareness

Alfie Parkin of 38 Fitness Jarrow after completing a stint on the punching bags as part of their one million punch challenge.

Gym-goers throw one million punches for local boxing club

The incident happened near the Ship and Royal, in South Shields town centre.

Drunk man was aggressive towards a police officer outside a pub

We’re preparing to launch the first Andy’s Man Club in South Shields

Man who set fire to a homeless person is found dead in prison

The UK has the worst mental health in Europe and the third worst in the world

UK worst in Europe for mental health

Leon Kirton is set to take on a 100km ultramarathon to raise money for Suicide Prevention UK.

Football coach to take on 100km ultramarathon for suicide charity

South Tyneside has celebrated its Armed Forces community.

Councillor reflects on supporting the borough's Armed Forces community

Rosiefest in full swing.

We want to raise another £20,000 for this year's Rosiefest

Vinnie passionately believes more needs to be done to help those struggling with mental health problems

Vinnie Jones blasts tech for fuelling mental health struggles

Stacey (left) and Nichola (right) are hoping to host walking therapy sessions across South Tyneside.

Walking therapy sessions hope to encourage residents to get talking

Hussain Manawer wrote a poem capturing the realities of caring for ourselves and others as part of AXA Health's Cover that Cares campaign.

More than a third of the sandwich generation feel overlooked

Dentaid mobile unit and a volunteer dental nurse.

New South Tyneside dental hub aims to bridge health inequality gap
Dental hub set to open in South Shields next week with the aim of closing the ‘health inequality’ gap.
Gareth Crickmer

Aftermath of an van arson attack on Hedgeley Road, Hebburn.

Hebburn woman heartbroken after van hit by suspected arson attack

One in eight young people are not in education or employment

Ad Feature Occupational therapists are the 'missing link' to help unemployment

The survey goes far beyond finances, with respondents feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious when faced with money worries

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help

Why Sunderland have temporarily changed their iconic crest outside the Stadium of Light

Why Sunderland have temporarily changed their crest outside the SoL

Sitting balls improve your posture and encourage movement - and they’re cheaper than you might think

Office gadgets designed to improve posture and wellbeing from £30

The Harton Practice founder Sarah O'Callaghan has opened in the village with her team Dr Nicola Burton, Janet Callaghan, Kieron McIvor and Nasima Begum ranging with different trauma therapies.

New Shields therapy practice aims to open mind & skip waiting lists

The case was heard in South Shields at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Mother sent snaps of naked daughter with cruel message by angry man

Ever tried working on a Sitting Ball? You really should

Desk wellness gadgets that could transform your day from under £30

South Shields born animator Scott Tyrrell has seen his film nominated for a national award.

I've worked on TV, now my film is shortlisted for a national award

Film from South Shields animator reaches final of national competition

Right to left: Councillor Michael Butler, Cabinet Member for Children's Services, Child Poverty and Skills at Sunderland City Council and Iain Kirkup from Together for Children at the former farmhouse which is being converted into a Complex Needs Hub.

We're converting a farm house into an 'innovative' children's home
Work is underway to convert a former West Boldon farm house into what’s been described as an “innovative” children's home.
Katy Wheeler

A young girl using social media app TikTok on their mobile phone, in Leeds. Children who spend more than three hours a day on social media are more likely to develop mental health problems such as depression and anxiety as teenagers, according to research.

'Three hours' on socials increases anxiety & depression risk in kids

Joanne Nicholson.

Woman’s campaign of harassment drove her ex to the brink of suicide

Voters of the awards will have the chance to win a donation to their favourite charity.

Ad Feature Voting opens for 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards with £100k prize fund

Over half of the UK’s new mothers reported feeling a loss of identity.

Ad Feature Three in four UK mothers experience 'role confusion' after childbirth

David Burdis.

Danger driver ran over a police officer’s foot and almost hit another

Mike Wardley performed his first headline show at The Stand comedy club in Newcastle.

Meet the comic who's using the power of comedy to help mental health

Peter Esen.

South Shields rapist denied attacking a woman while she was sleeping

Hebburn Court Care Home has made significant improvements following an 'inadequate' rating by the CQC.

We’re opening a specialist unit at our Hebburn care home

The South Tyneside Green Party has tabled a motion which aims to strength men's mental health services in the borough.

We’re calling for a stronger approach to men’s mental health

Joanne Reavey from Wardley

I was diagnosed with Endometriosis, losing weight has changed my life

North East Ambulance Service staff are to get support with their mental wellbeing.

Autistic ambulance staff to get wellbeing support thanks to donation

Joe Larkin, from South Shields, has completed a 30-hour straight run around Jarrow's Monkton Stadium track.

I ran 112 miles in 30 hours straight around Monkton Stadium track

Specialist learning disabilities and mental health centre closes

South Tyneside District Hospital.

Patient verbally abused a nurse at South Tyneside District Hospital

Joe Larkin has ran 1,120 miles from Madrid to South Shields in just 28 days.

I’m going to run for 30 hours straight around Jarrow’s Monkton Stadium

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court

Finance director with an ‘atrocious history’ of stalking bombarded ex

Thomas Dalton.

Man fractured girlfriend’s knee by slamming a car door on her legs

76% of business owners reported that their mental health has directly suffered as a consequence of chasing unpaid invoices.

Ad Feature Survey reveals hidden toll of late payments on UK business owners

The clocks going forward or backwards can interrupt sleep patterns, experts say

The impact the clocks changing has on you - what the science says

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court

Man recorded himself holding machete as he threatened a family member

October is Menopause Awareness Month and WeightWatchers is helping support women’s health and wellbeing

October is Menopause Awareness Month

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust .

Report on mental health trust claims services 'require improvement'

HMP Durham.

Ombudsman critical of HMP Durham over the death of a prisoner

Women were more likely than men to feel worried about money, research reveals

One in three Brits say hiding money worries damages relationships

Lisa Snowdon, Chief Joy Officer for Reserve, by Warner Hotels, takes to the streets of Chipping Norton to discover what brings people joy

Millions of over-50s are experiencing their most satisfying decade

Dealing with mental health struggles can feel both overwhelming and scary for young people. Photo posed by model

Childline: Mental health worries one of main concerns for Childline counsellors

One in 20 people in the UK are diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder.

How to manage the symptoms of SAD this winter with these top tips

Support programme for survivors of domestic abuse in South Tyneside

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