Darlington Thoughts Earns Prestigious Place in Nationwide Exhibition | Information & Updates | Weblog
Caption: “I Have Seen Extra Than My Eyes Have Seen,” by Martin, Denise, and Joanne
Caption: Paintings seen in residence with Gemma Byrne – Coverage and Campaigns Supervisor for Thoughts (left) and Baroness Merron – Minister for Psychological Well being (proper)
Work by members of Darlington Thoughts Artwork group entitled, “I Have Seen Extra Than My Eyes Have Seen,” has been chosen for inclusion in a prestigious nationwide exhibition in Parliament. The week-long exhibition, organised by Thoughts’s nationwide department, will spotlight the real-life experiences of people affected by the Psychological Well being Act, providing MPs a strong visible perception into the pressing want for reform.
This well timed exhibition coincides with the continued journey of the Psychological Well being Act reform invoice by way of Parliament. All through the occasion, Thoughts is campaigning to make sure that people’ voices are heard and their rights are protected when they’re unwell and receiving therapy in hospital.
The Darlington Thoughts Artwork Group has thriving in the local people for many years; the art work featured within the exhibition was created practically ten years in the past as a collaborative effort amongst three of its members. Every artist displays on their private experiences with inpatient care, psychological well being struggles, and the way these challenges have change into deeply rooted of their sense of self. Impressed by a portray created by one of many contributors whereas in hospital, “I Have Seen Extra Than My Eyes Have Seen” fuses phrases and imagery to powerfully convey the connection between psychological well being and id.
The piece captures the advanced journey by way of psychological well being difficulties, depicting the overwhelming downward spiral that many people face, the confusion and conflicting feelings at their lowest factors, and finally, the hope and acceptance that pave the best way towards restoration. The art work exhibits the cyclical nature of psychological well being challenges, which, although recurring for a lot of, may be alleviated with the proper assist—assist that’s typically not available.
Simon Davidson, CEO of Darlington Thoughts, stated: “We’re extremely proud that this piece has been chosen for such an vital exhibition. The highly effective imagery of this art work is bound to spark significant dialog, and we hope that, alongside different contributions, it conjures up MPs to make very important modifications to the Psychological Well being Act and the programs that assist it. This is a chance to be taught from the previous and guarantee a greater future for these affected by psychological well being points.”
The exhibition at Parliament will present a novel platform to amplify the voices of these impacted by the Psychological Well being Act and drive ahead crucial modifications for the way forward for psychological well being care within the UK.
Darlington Thoughts, an area impartial charity affiliated to Nationwide Thoughts, offers a variety of assist providers to assist folks experiencing emotional and psychological well being issues throughout Darlington, Hambleton, Richmondshire and South Durham.
To seek out out extra in regards to the providers offered, please go to our Providers and Help web page or contact your nearest department:
DARLINGTON:
St Hilda’s Home, 11 Borough Highway, Darlington. DL1 1SQ
01325 283169 / contactus@darlingtonmind.com
HAMBLETON & RICHMONDSHIRE
First ground, 159/160 Excessive Avenue, Northallerton. DL7 8JZ
01609 780758 / nyteam@darlingtonmind.com
