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# mental-health - Wednesday 6 February, 2019

'We're absolutely wrecked, we're afraid we'll make a mistake': Psychiatric nurses will have to work through night again Strike

'We're absolutely wrecked, we're afraid we'll make a mistake': Psychiatric nurses will have to work through night again

Updated Feb 6th 2019, 11:05 PM 40,413 Views 45 Comments

Nurses have been working for 27 hours straight and counting.

# mental-health - Monday 4 February, 2019

INMO calls ministers' invite to talk about issues other than pay 'massively disrespectful' and 'cynical' Strikes

INMO calls ministers' invite to talk about issues other than pay 'massively disrespectful' and 'cynical'

Updated Feb 4th 2019, 9:42 PM 25,399 Views 119 Comments

INMO and PNA members will take part in further industrial action this week.

# mental-health - Saturday 2 February, 2019

A Dublin man has reached South America's highest peak, after being forced to turn back last year Mental Health Campaign

A Dublin man has reached South America's highest peak, after being forced to turn back last year

Feb 2nd 2019, 6:00 PM 20,250 Views 10 Comments

Mahon is doing the climb to raise awareness for the mental health charity Grow

# mental-health - Sunday 27 January, 2019

Opinion: Pat was refused mental health services because of his addiction - now he's dead Column

Opinion: Pat was refused mental health services because of his addiction - now he's dead

Jan 27th 2019, 8:30 PM 88,096 Views 51 Comments

Mental illness and addiction are interlinked so why are people who suffer from both routinely excluded from services, asks Senator Lynn Ruane.

# mental-health - Thursday 24 January, 2019

From The Daily Edge Celebrities' refusal to associate with 2016 mental health initiative shows the strides we've since made Heads Together

Celebrities' refusal to associate with 2016 mental health initiative shows the strides we've since made

Jan 24th 2019, 3:33 PM 4,971 Views 1 Comment

‘You don’t talk about it.’

# mental-health - Wednesday 23 January, 2019

Opinion: Multi-tasking makes you less productive - and can contribute to stress and burnout Opinion

Opinion: Multi-tasking makes you less productive - and can contribute to stress and burnout

Jan 23rd 2019, 7:00 AM 8,827 Views 12 Comments

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.

# mental-health - Saturday 19 January, 2019

Opinion: CBT and improv helped me to conquer my social anxiety (people-terror) Anxiety

Opinion: CBT and improv helped me to conquer my social anxiety (people-terror)

Jan 19th 2019, 9:30 AM 18,934 Views 16 Comments

‘I’ve failed job interviews, turned down opportunities and ruined relationships because of anxiety’, writes Stephen Buggy.

# mental-health - Thursday 17 January, 2019

From The42 Ex-refugee leading the way for Australia on and off the pitch with brilliant mental health message Socceroos This post contains videos

Ex-refugee leading the way for Australia on and off the pitch with brilliant mental health message

Jan 17th 2019, 11:29 AM 3,888 Views No Comments

Awer Mabil’s story is an interesting one – as is his unique goal celebration.

# mental-health - Sunday 13 January, 2019

From The42 'I'm really uncomfortable in my own skin, with my disabilities and putting them out there for the world to see' Not About The Bike

'I'm really uncomfortable in my own skin, with my disabilities and putting them out there for the world to see'

Jan 13th 2019, 7:53 PM 13,054 Views 2 Comments

Colin Lynch is a decorated Paralympian but 2018 was a relentless struggle as he faced up to his mental health problems and their origin.

From The42 'Just don't give up': Finnegan living proof that there is always a better day ahead Mental Health

'Just don't give up': Finnegan living proof that there is always a better day ahead

Jan 13th 2019, 12:00 PM 18,647 Views No Comments

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 Treatment Abroad

More than 80 patients in five years had to travel abroad for mental health services

Jan 13th 2019, 8:00 AM 8,552 Views 11 Comments

The majority of these patients would have travelled to the UK for treatment in a residential setting.

# mental-health - Saturday 12 January, 2019

'I tried those quick solutions...they tend not to work': Ex-Cavan footballer Alan O'Mara on taking care of your mental health First Fortnight This post contains videos

'I tried those quick solutions...they tend not to work': Ex-Cavan footballer Alan O'Mara on taking care of your mental health

Jan 12th 2019, 9:00 AM 11,427 Views 4 Comments

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.

# mental-health - Sunday 6 January, 2019

From The42 'I am off work due to my mental health state': Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths clarifies absence Statement

'I am off work due to my mental health state': Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths clarifies absence

Jan 6th 2019, 1:06 PM 11,796 Views 9 Comments

The Scotland international has taken a step away from football to address issues in his personal life.

# mental-health - Friday 4 January, 2019

PODCAST: 'I lost two sons to suicide - I want people to know it's okay to have problems' Left Behind

PODCAST: 'I lost two sons to suicide - I want people to know it's okay to have problems'

Jan 4th 2019, 12:05 AM 50,176 Views 25 Comments

Karen Docherty is calling for stronger support systems to be put in place for families affected by suicide.

# mental-health - Thursday 3 January, 2019

'I'm going to fish all over the world - that's my dream': Darndale kids on learning angling skills at the Cavan lakes Lough Ramor This post contains videos

'I'm going to fish all over the world - that's my dream': Darndale kids on learning angling skills at the Cavan lakes

Jan 3rd 2019, 6:30 AM 10,093 Views 9 Comments

We went along with a youth group and some members of Inland Fisheries Ireland to see why these trips are important.

# mental-health - Wednesday 26 December, 2018

'Sometimes they're just lonely and want a chat': What it means to volunteer at Childline Mental Health This post contains videos

'Sometimes they're just lonely and want a chat': What it means to volunteer at Childline

Dec 26th 2018, 9:00 AM 7,273 Views 1 Comment

Childline saw it’s seventh millionth phone call earlier this year – we sat down with some volunteers to see what Childline means to them.

# mental-health - Saturday 22 December, 2018

Mind yourself this Christmas: How to care for your mental health during the festive period Be Kind To Yourself

Mind yourself this Christmas: How to care for your mental health during the festive period

Dec 22nd 2018, 1:00 PM 24,450 Views 14 Comments

Christmas can be a stressful time. Here’s some advice on how to make the holidays more relaxing.

# mental-health - Monday 17 December, 2018

From The Daily Edge There was a big reaction to Pete Davidson's appearance on SNL this weekend Pete Davidson

There was a big reaction to Pete Davidson's appearance on SNL this weekend

Dec 17th 2018, 12:52 PM 4,753 Views No Comments

The comedian has spoken publicly about his struggles with mental health.

# mental-health - Wednesday 12 December, 2018

Youths who identify as sexual minorities more vulnerable to depression from age 10 Research

Youths who identify as sexual minorities more vulnerable to depression from age 10

Dec 12th 2018, 6:30 AM 9,722 Views 33 Comments

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.

# mental-health - Tuesday 11 December, 2018

'He's gone and he needn't have been gone': Mick Wallace gives impassioned speech about suicide Mental Health

'He's gone and he needn't have been gone': Mick Wallace gives impassioned speech about suicide

Dec 11th 2018, 9:56 PM 49,684 Views 56 Comments

Wexford, where the TD is from, has the highest suicide rate in the country.

# mental-health - Thursday 6 December, 2018

What is the psychological impact of Christmas? Opinion

What is the psychological impact of Christmas?

Dec 6th 2018, 7:00 AM 17,432 Views 57 Comments

‘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.

# mental-health - Friday 30 November, 2018

'Beyond crisis': Almost half of beds for children with mental health needs closed due to safety concerns Complex Needs

'Beyond crisis': Almost half of beds for children with mental health needs closed due to safety concerns

Nov 30th 2018, 6:05 AM 7,148 Views 2 Comments

Staffing issues are also having an impact.

# mental-health - Wednesday 28 November, 2018

'Our members deserve better': Concern over failure to fill Defence Forces psychiatrist role after no-one applies for job Poor Conditions

'Our members deserve better': Concern over failure to fill Defence Forces psychiatrist role after no-one applies for job

Nov 28th 2018, 12:05 AM 18,952 Views 86 Comments

“Penny pinching cannot be undertaken at the expense of our members’ health,” a representative group said.

# mental-health - Monday 26 November, 2018

'Walking into a crisis': 61 psychiatrist posts are vacant around the country Mental Health

'Walking into a crisis': 61 psychiatrist posts are vacant around the country

Nov 26th 2018, 6:15 AM 28,334 Views 17 Comments

Cork and Kerry are worst impacted.

# mental-health - Thursday 22 November, 2018

Mother pleads for funding as daughter spends over 115 days in Wexford General Hospital Healthcare

Mother pleads for funding as daughter spends over 115 days in Wexford General Hospital

Nov 22nd 2018, 6:10 AM 67,847 Views 7 Comments

The teenager’s family want her moved to a more appropriate residential care unit.

# mental-health - Tuesday 20 November, 2018

Antidepressant prescriptions increased after Brexit vote England

Antidepressant prescriptions increased after Brexit vote

Nov 20th 2018, 11:35 PM 9,194 Views 21 Comments

The UK voted to leave the EU on 23 June 2016.

# mental-health - Monday 19 November, 2018

System slammed as 'outdated' after person who recovered from mental illness denied life assurance Mental Health

System slammed as 'outdated' after person who recovered from mental illness denied life assurance

Nov 19th 2018, 12:05 AM 25,979 Views 45 Comments

Fianna Fáil TD James Browne said that legislation needed updated to reflect a more “modern understanding of mental health”.

# mental-health - Sunday 18 November, 2018

'The power of laughter can't be underestimated': Irish clowns performing for refugee children in Greece Clowns Without Borders

'The power of laughter can't be underestimated': Irish clowns performing for refugee children in Greece

Nov 18th 2018, 7:30 AM 8,222 Views 9 Comments

The show has been developed to help children who are suffering from trauma.

# mental-health - Sunday 4 November, 2018

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' Opinion This post contains videos

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'

Nov 4th 2018, 7:30 PM 28,365 Views 54 Comments

Ambassador for the Better Out Than In campaign for LGBTI+ youth tells us about her experiences dealing with her mental health.

# mental-health - Saturday 3 November, 2018

More than 1,600 children and teens waiting over a year for psychology appointments Waiting Lists

More than 1,600 children and teens waiting over a year for psychology appointments

Nov 3rd 2018, 6:22 PM 10,506 Views 44 Comments

The HSE figures were released to Fianna Fáil’s mental health spokesperson James Browne.

# mental-health - Saturday 27 October, 2018

More than two-thirds of Irish prisoners on 'restricted' regime kept in cells for 21 hours a day, report finds Lockdown

More than two-thirds of Irish prisoners on 'restricted' regime kept in cells for 21 hours a day, report finds

Oct 27th 2018, 4:22 PM 12,359 Views 52 Comments

A new report by the Irish Penal Reform Trust has raised concerns over Ireland’s increasing prison population.

# mental-health - Tuesday 23 October, 2018

From The Daily Edge Fans of Ariana Grande can't pick and choose who's off limits when it comes to mental health Mental Health

Fans of Ariana Grande can't pick and choose who's off limits when it comes to mental health

Oct 23rd 2018, 4:59 PM 7,740 Views 6 Comments

Commentary on the breakup is proving to be hypocritical.

# mental-health - Saturday 20 October, 2018

‘You’ve got everything now, you should be fine’: How youth workers are helping LGBTI+ people post-marriage referendum Mental Health

‘You’ve got everything now, you should be fine’: How youth workers are helping LGBTI+ people post-marriage referendum

Oct 20th 2018, 8:30 PM 17,425 Views 46 Comments

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.

# mental-health - Thursday 18 October, 2018

Opinion: 'Children need to learn the importance of exercise from their parents' Health

Opinion: 'Children need to learn the importance of exercise from their parents'

Oct 18th 2018, 7:00 AM 13,657 Views 11 Comments

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.

# mental-health - Wednesday 17 October, 2018

Develop national protocol on smartphone and social media use, mental health committee says Future Of Mental Healthcare

Develop national protocol on smartphone and social media use, mental health committee says

Oct 17th 2018, 7:24 AM 5,202 Views 5 Comments

A policy should be developed alongside parents and young people, according to the Oireachtas joint committee.

# mental-health - Wednesday 10 October, 2018

From The42 'I got to a point where I thought there was nothing in my life. I might as well just give up on it all' Mental Health This post contains videos

'I got to a point where I thought there was nothing in my life. I might as well just give up on it all'

Oct 10th 2018, 4:32 PM 24,155 Views 9 Comments

Former Ireland midfielder Jason McAteer opens up about clinical depression in a new Liverpool documentary.

# mental-health - Saturday 6 October, 2018

From The Daily Edge Words of wisdom: How these 7 celebrities manage their mental health issues Coping Mechanisms

Words of wisdom: How these 7 celebrities manage their mental health issues

Oct 6th 2018, 8:00 PM 6,120 Views 1 Comment

‘It stops people feeling alienated.’

# mental-health - Thursday 4 October, 2018

Men account for eight in 10 suicides in Ireland Mental Health

Men account for eight in 10 suicides in Ireland

Oct 4th 2018, 11:32 AM 24,332 Views 92 Comments

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 Mental Health Reform

Vast majority of people believe that the HSE does not place enough focus on mental health services

Oct 4th 2018, 7:51 AM 8,809 Views 28 Comments

Funding for mental health as a proportion of the overall health budget in Budget 2018 was just 6%.

# mental-health - Wednesday 19 September, 2018

Call for better access to alcohol treatment services to help tackle rural homelessness Peter Mcverry Trust

Call for better access to alcohol treatment services to help tackle rural homelessness

Sep 19th 2018, 6:00 AM 5,021 Views 2 Comments

More than 1,200 people are homeless across rural Ireland.

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