Bailey Library virtually hosts writer, runner Wilson Oct. 27

PHOTO: Author Scott Douglas, whose book explores the link between running and good mental health, will be the guest of the Baily Public Library in an Oct. 27 author talk. (Submitted photo)

WINTHROP – Bailey Public Library will virtually host “running for mental health” writer Scott Douglas at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27. The event is part of a yearlong series celebrating Maine’s bicentennial that explores outdoor recreation in Maine.
The public is invited to attend via Zoom by visiting baileylibrary.org/athome and navigating to the “virtual events” tab. For help attending, email director Richard Fortin at rfortin@baileylibrary.org.
Douglas will give a presentation focusing on his book “Running Is My Therapy: Relieve Stress and Anxiety, Fight Depression, Ditch Bad Habits, and Live Happier,” which addresses how depression uniquely impacts individuals and how to harness the mental-health benefits of running. Douglas will discuss the evidence for running as an effective intervention for depression and anxiety, and explore the links between exercise, mood and well-being.
Douglas is a contributing editor for Runner’s World and has been editor of Running Times and Runner’s World’s news channel. He has written several other books, including the New York Times bestseller “Meb for Mortals” and “Advanced Marathoning.” He lives in South Portland.