#Mental Health
Simon Harris says everything cannot go ‘back to normal’ after Easter Sunday
The health minister also said he is concerned about the nation’s mental health.
'We have to live with anxiety': Written and published in 10 days, a new book wants to help people cope with our new reality
TCD professor Dr Brendan Kelly has written a book on protecting your mental health during Covid-19.
Wellness Wednesday: 'Keep it simple' during this Covid-19 isolation, says a psychotherapist
Embracing the simple things and going easy on ourselves will be key, writes Siobhán Murray.
Trans people with gender-aligned passports and birth certificates less likely to feel suicidal, new research finds
More than 22,000 trans men and women were surveyed for the study.
'We're all in this together': How to look after your wellbeing and those around you during the coronavirus outbreak
The HSE and WHO have issued mental health guidelines to help people manage the outbreak.
Opinion: Samaritans volunteers are a community of ordinary people who care deeply about others
A Samaritans volunteer details the daily dedication needed for such an important role.
Concerns raised for patients due to ‘total absence’ of community mental health services
The absence of supports such as psychiatric intensive care units is impeding access to acute mental health beds, a new report has found.
This Tipperary 'biketown' has worked hard to recover from recession - but it's been an uphill struggle
In an area in need of more mental health services, Carrick-on-Suir locals have devised a plan to try to sustain itself.
'I might never see my parents again': Asylum seekers share their experiences of isolation and PTSD
Many female asylum seekers and refugees in Ireland are living with depression, anxiety and PTSD, a new report has found.
Blanchardstown taskforce highlights increasing numbers of children dealing drugs
Children as young as 10 are being used by older dealers both for dealing and drug running.
KeepAppy is making it easier for people to manage their mental health
In our weekly Startup Scout series, Fora picks out the most promising companies emerging from Ireland.
'I wanted to end it all. I thought I was a burden on everyone'
Ireland and Glasgow City star Clare Shine delves deeper into her mental health struggles.
Dublin mental health centre issued with 'critical' risk rating by watchdog
The Jonathan Swift Clinic in Dublin was criticised by the Mental Health Commission.
Mental health services failing vulnerable, warns sister of patient held in jail
Ireland has one of the highest levels of severe mental illness compared to its European counterparts.
Report finds lack of HSE oversight as restraint and seclusion in mental health facilities spikes dramatically
Over 1,200 people were physically restrained in mental health facilities last year.
'There is no certain amount that is too much alcohol - it's what it does to the person'
Christmas is a particularly difficult time for people who have a negative relationship with alcohol.
Christmas can be stressful - here are ways to mind your mental health during the holidays
It isn’t an easy time for everyone, so we’ve taken a look at how this Christmas can be better for everyone.
Defence Forces finally fill psychiatrist role after nearly two-year long vacancy
Minister Paul Kehoe changed standard policy so a civilian psychiatrist could apply for the job.
Teenage girl was on mental health waiting list for three months before suicide
Niamh’s case is among three child deaths examined by the National Review Panel.
Journal Media won two prizes at Headline's Mental Health Media Awards today
TheJournal.ie was also shortlisted for three other awards at the ceremony in Dublin.
New 24/7 mental health helpline to provide signposting to supports and services
The freephone service provides information on how to access services provided by the HSE.
Number of teenagers reporting severe anxiety in Ireland doubles since 2012, report finds
That’s according to My World Survey 2, the largest ever study of Ireland’s youth mental health.
Patients sleeping on floor of Waterford psychiatric unit described as 'shocking'
A HSE official has said the situation in Waterford cannot be defended.
Central Mental Hospital is at full capacity, prisoners with severe conditions wait 120 days for transfer
There are also currently 614 prisoners on a waiting list for an intervention from prison psychology services.
Mother can't be committed to CMH as it has reached 'full capacity in its quota of female patients', court hears
The woman was yesterday found not guilty by reason of insanity of the murder of her three-year-old daughter.
'He had a heart of gold': Inquest rules death of park ranger at council depot was suicide
The inquest heard the phrase “Stand up to bullies” was spray-painted on the wall of the canteen where Stephen Taylor’s body was found.
New 24-hour mental health information line launched to help people access services
The Your Mental Health information line can be reached on 1800 742 444.
How a 'safety plan' can help a person who is suicidal
“The situation isn’t irretrievable – there are simple, practical measures that everyone can do to turn it around.”
More than 9,785 people presented to hospital due to self-harm last year
There has been an increase in self-harm among young people aged 10-24 years.
'I turned to my husband Niall and asked if we could bring the baby back to the hospital'
New mum Nicola Fallon speaks of her experience suffering from post-natal depression.
Opinion: The mental health of our children should be the focus of Budget 2020, not Brexit
A bereaved mother says no child deserves to die because of poorly-resourced mental health services.
'Depression in pregnancy is common - it's a condition, not a weakness'
Depression occurs in 10 to 15% of pregnant women but it’s often misdiagnosed.
First case of 'Brexit-triggered psychosis' reported by doctor in UK
The male patient suffered hallucinations and delusions shortly after the results of the Brexit referendum in June 2016.
'Spending time in daylight is huge, especially if you work full time': How to mind your mental health this winter
Elaine Austin, CEO of Pieta House, shares some advice for anyone struggling.
'If you think about it like an iceberg, I only show you what I want you to see'
James Lowe is the latest player to lend his support to Rugby Players Ireland’s Tackle Your Feelings campaign.
Lynn Ruane: Sport is part of the solution to address young men's mental health
Services such as the Breakthrough Programme in West Dublin can be a lifesaver for young men.
'Two friends died by suicide': Doctors say 'profoundly dysfunctional' health service takes huge toll
Consultants have said staffing and resource issues are impacting their mental health and compromising patient care.
The mental health-based play that's literally being performed in a Croke Park dressing room
Alan Bradley chats to The42 about ‘Grounds for Concern’.
'It's alarming': Concerns raised about impact of recruitment freeze on mental health posts
In the last decade, the demand on mental health services in Ireland has increased but the number of posts has remained relatively static.
Using social media 3 or more times a day may compromise teenage girls' health, study finds
The findings published are part of a major study of over 10,000 13-16 year olds in England.
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