Gareth Wynne is a retired police officer who served in Staffordshire for thirty years, a significant portion of these as a Dog Handler, a privilege for which he considers himself fortunate. In 1997, Wynne began work in the Law Training Department, where he remained until retirement in 2007. After retiring, he continued as a trainer in a neighbouring force. In January 2014, Gareth Wynne was diagnosed with depression. After a first traumatic experience in a psychiatric hospital, he moved to Dorset with his wife Madeleine and, thanks to Madeleine’s support and the help of dedicated and committed professionals, he started to treat his condition. Thoughts from a Damaged Mind is inspired by his firsthand experiences and struggles with his inner demon.