Thursday 21 October, 2021
The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children said children will continue to face ‘acute’ mental health challenges related to Covid.
Former Galway hurler Niall Donohue took his own life in 2013.
The Owenacurra Centre in Midleton, which houses 19 residents, is set to close in October.
Dr Stephen McWilliams says mental health difficulties should be taken into consideration as we emerge from the past 18 months of trauma.
Samaritans Ireland’s 2020 report is launching today ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day.
The programme, which had been a regular fixture in the TV schedule since 2005, was pulled in 2019.
The RCSI survey found that one in five said their general health declined during this time.
The Irish Hospital Consultants Association is calling for an immediate increase of 300 acute adult psychiatric inpatient beds.
Renowned Irish sports psychologist Enda McNutly this could lead to a major shift in how mental health matters are treated.
The 24-year-old has withdrawn from tomorrow’s women’s all-around final.
The 32-year-old had announced that he was withdrawing from the Tokyo Games over the weekend.
Representatives of Pavee Point appeared before the Oireachtas today.
The 32-year-old qualified for the Tokyo Games last year.
2020 figures show that, for the first time, the highest number of applications to involuntarily detain mental health patients came from gardaí.
The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland has published a survey on the impact of Covid-19 on mental health.
On United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, John O’Donoghue of Spirasi discusses the impact torture can have on victims.
Six in 10 people are struggling with suicide ideation and half are struggling with self-harm, according to a new survey.
The new research published by the Alzheimer Society of Ireland say that it found family carers to be at “breaking point”.
The only bed available for him was in an emergency accommodation hostel for homeless children.
A new report from the Irish Youth Foundation has been published today.
The Department of Health is looking at the role of patients’ relatives in mental health treatment and care.
From TheJournal.ie
A new report provides insight into what life is like for LGBTI+ young people.
As Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 comes to a close, Clare Shine opens up further on her ongoing battle.
The annual fundraiser by Pieta House is going ahead this weekend, despite anti-lockdown activists announcing an alternative event for that date.
Hospital admissions of young people with a cannabis-related diagnosis increased by 300% between 2005 and 2017.
It’s been almost six years since reforms of the Ireland’s mental health laws were recommended.
The young woman’s story went viral recently on Twitter.
Flexible mental health supports, monitoring trends, and countering misinformation are of key importance, Ireland’s first professor of public mental health believes.
Ella Arensman has been appointed Ireland’s first Professor of Public Mental Health.
Many people have been affected by isolation and a lack of social interaction.
Psychotherapist Peter Devers of Knock Counselling Centre says anger is one of the tricker emotions to navigate.
DLR Waves star Katie Burdis delves deeper into her mental health struggles, and stresses the importance of speaking up.
A clinical psychologist at NUI Galway says self-compassion and hope are key to mental wellbeing amid Covid-19.
New and expectant mothers with severe mental health issues are currently admitted to a general psychiatric ward.
‘The reality is I know people are going through this every day.’
Dr Niall Duffy and Dr Stephen McWilliams of St John of God say that many people referred to the hospital in the last year have not been helped by Covid stress.
Autonomy-granting was a protective factor against depressed mood for both boys and girls.
Therapist Bernie Hackett celebrates women on IWD and reminds them that help is available.
While there is some positive research about their use as treatments, experts say this should always be done under the supervision of a professional.
Dr Aoife O’Sullivan, a GP treating UCC students, writes about the impact of the pandemic on her patients.
