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'We're absolutely wrecked, we're afraid we'll make a mistake': Psychiatric nurses will have to work through night again
Nurses have been working for 27 hours straight and counting.
INMO calls ministers' invite to talk about issues other than pay 'massively disrespectful' and 'cynical'
INMO and PNA members will take part in further industrial action this week.
A Dublin man has reached South America's highest peak, after being forced to turn back last year
Mahon is doing the climb to raise awareness for the mental health charity Grow
Opinion: Pat was refused mental health services because of his addiction - now he's dead
Mental illness and addiction are interlinked so why are people who suffer from both routinely excluded from services, asks Senator Lynn Ruane.
Celebrities' refusal to associate with 2016 mental health initiative shows the strides we've since made
‘You don’t talk about it.’
Opinion: Multi-tasking makes you less productive - and can contribute to stress and burnout
Give yourself a break. Research shows that multi-tasking reduces productivity because your brain can only focus on one thing at a time, writes Siobhan Murray.
Opinion: CBT and improv helped me to conquer my social anxiety (people-terror)
‘I’ve failed job interviews, turned down opportunities and ruined relationships because of anxiety’, writes Stephen Buggy.
Ex-refugee leading the way for Australia on and off the pitch with brilliant mental health message
Awer Mabil’s story is an interesting one – as is his unique goal celebration.
'I'm really uncomfortable in my own skin, with my disabilities and putting them out there for the world to see'
Colin Lynch is a decorated Paralympian but 2018 was a relentless struggle as he faced up to his mental health problems and their origin.
'Just don't give up': Finnegan living proof that there is always a better day ahead
Mick Finnegan has an invaluable tale to pass on to anyone struggling with mental health.
More than 80 patients in five years had to travel abroad for mental health services
The majority of these patients would have travelled to the UK for treatment in a residential setting.
'I tried those quick solutions...they tend not to work': Ex-Cavan footballer Alan O'Mara on taking care of your mental health
Alan O’Mara is hosting a Real Talks discussion with members of the female Dublin All Ireland football as part of the First Fortnight mental health and arts festival.
'I am off work due to my mental health state': Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths clarifies absence
The Scotland international has taken a step away from football to address issues in his personal life.
PODCAST: 'I lost two sons to suicide - I want people to know it's okay to have problems'
Karen Docherty is calling for stronger support systems to be put in place for families affected by suicide.
'I'm going to fish all over the world - that's my dream': Darndale kids on learning angling skills at the Cavan lakes
We went along with a youth group and some members of Inland Fisheries Ireland to see why these trips are important.
'Sometimes they're just lonely and want a chat': What it means to volunteer at Childline
Childline saw it’s seventh millionth phone call earlier this year – we sat down with some volunteers to see what Childline means to them.
Mind yourself this Christmas: How to care for your mental health during the festive period
Christmas can be a stressful time. Here’s some advice on how to make the holidays more relaxing.
There was a big reaction to Pete Davidson's appearance on SNL this weekend
The comedian has spoken publicly about his struggles with mental health.
Youths who identify as sexual minorities more vulnerable to depression from age 10
Findings suggest that sexual minority youths and are four times more likely to report recent self-harm at ages 16 and 21 years than their heterosexual peers.
'He's gone and he needn't have been gone': Mick Wallace gives impassioned speech about suicide
Wexford, where the TD is from, has the highest suicide rate in the country.
What is the psychological impact of Christmas?
‘Christmas affects the human mind in many ways, capable of stimulating joy, nostalgia, excitement, trepidation, and stress – occasionally all at the same time’, writes Professor Brian Hughes.
'Beyond crisis': Almost half of beds for children with mental health needs closed due to safety concerns
Staffing issues are also having an impact.
'Our members deserve better': Concern over failure to fill Defence Forces psychiatrist role after no-one applies for job
“Penny pinching cannot be undertaken at the expense of our members’ health,” a representative group said.
'Walking into a crisis': 61 psychiatrist posts are vacant around the country
Cork and Kerry are worst impacted.
Mother pleads for funding as daughter spends over 115 days in Wexford General Hospital
The teenager’s family want her moved to a more appropriate residential care unit.
Antidepressant prescriptions increased after Brexit vote
The UK voted to leave the EU on 23 June 2016.
System slammed as 'outdated' after person who recovered from mental illness denied life assurance
Fianna Fáil TD James Browne said that legislation needed updated to reflect a more “modern understanding of mental health”.
'The power of laughter can't be underestimated': Irish clowns performing for refugee children in Greece
The show has been developed to help children who are suffering from trauma.
OPINION: 'I had to start transitioning... living with people who weren't going to agree with me or who didn't want to share a bathroom with me'
Ambassador for the Better Out Than In campaign for LGBTI+ youth tells us about her experiences dealing with her mental health.
More than 1,600 children and teens waiting over a year for psychology appointments
The HSE figures were released to Fianna Fáil’s mental health spokesperson James Browne.
More than two-thirds of Irish prisoners on 'restricted' regime kept in cells for 21 hours a day, report finds
A new report by the Irish Penal Reform Trust has raised concerns over Ireland’s increasing prison population.
Fans of Ariana Grande can't pick and choose who's off limits when it comes to mental health
Commentary on the breakup is proving to be hypocritical.
‘You’ve got everything now, you should be fine’: How youth workers are helping LGBTI+ people post-marriage referendum
Marriage equality and the Gender Recognition Act were two significant milestones in recent years, but there’s still a lot of work to be done.
Opinion: 'Children need to learn the importance of exercise from their parents'
The most important message parents can give their children is that any form of activity is better than nothing at all, writes Dr Sarah Kelly.
Develop national protocol on smartphone and social media use, mental health committee says
A policy should be developed alongside parents and young people, according to the Oireachtas joint committee.
'I got to a point where I thought there was nothing in my life. I might as well just give up on it all'
Former Ireland midfielder Jason McAteer opens up about clinical depression in a new Liverpool documentary.
Words of wisdom: How these 7 celebrities manage their mental health issues
‘It stops people feeling alienated.’
Men account for eight in 10 suicides in Ireland
The overall rate of suicide deaths has decreased in recent years.
Vast majority of people believe that the HSE does not place enough focus on mental health services
Funding for mental health as a proportion of the overall health budget in Budget 2018 was just 6%.
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