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'We followed every protocol possible' - Murray declares himself fit for Saturday
The Munster scrum-half says he’s ready to play against Racing 92 at Thomond Park this weekend.
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Jan 18th 2017, 3:36 PM
Lamas believes McGregor's mind games could tip the balance in his favour
“It depends on if McGregor has gotten inside his head and if Aldo fights with emotion or not.”
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Dec 1st 2015, 12:05 AM
Anxiety is the big issue for Ireland's young people
The new research shows more males are seeking help than before.
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Apr 20th 2015, 10:12 AM
There's a growing pro self-harm movement and it's worrying mental health experts
It is estimated that at least 100,000 people are self-harming in Ireland every year.
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Dec 30th 2014, 7:45 PM
'It was amazing to be listened to' - This service helped 2,500 young people last year
More than 11% of the young people presenting at the mental health programme said they’d had suicidal thoughts.
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Aug 12th 2014, 1:16 PM
VIDEO: What do you do to cheer yourself up?
Young people are being encourage to find one thing that cheers them up – and reach out to one good adult in a time of need.
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Jun 8th 2014, 11:00 AM
HSE developing plan to save mental health service
The Save Jigsaw Kerry Group said yesterday that staff at the youth mental health service had been put on notice with no commitment to a continuation of services.
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Aug 22nd 2012, 4:49 PM
Column: One good adult is crucial for young people. I can vouch for that.
A new survey shines a light on the challenges facing young people like me – and shows we need good adults, writes Tim Smyth.
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May 16th 2012, 7:30 PM
Report: 1 in 3 young people have experienced mental health problems
Depression, anxiety and stress were found to be significantly higher in young people who engaged in harmful drinking behaviour.
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May 16th 2012, 10:34 AM