# Mental Health

Opinion: 'Having a therapist who understands your race, sexuality and gender is important'

Niamh Jimenez says there is a lack of diversity in the therapy setting and outlines why that matters.

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Last month

March 2023

# Brent Pope

'I found myself looking into the mirror... feeling like I was looking at someone else'

Former RTÉ pundit Brent Pope has opened up about his struggles with mental health.

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Mar 4th 2023, 1:15 PM

‘I went up to training one Saturday morning and I just started roaring crying’

Peamount’s Avril Brierley on how cognitive behavioural therapy aided her as a footballer and person.

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Mar 4th 2023, 10:12 AM

This year

2023

HSE chief concedes some children are still waiting too long to access mental health services

Last month’s interim report on CAMHS outlined a series of concerns on service provision.

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Feb 14th 2023, 7:25 PM

ISPCC chief: The CAMHS report came as no surprise to anyone caring for children in turmoil

John Church says the recent CAMHS shows just how many young people in Ireland are suffering.

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Jan 27th 2023, 7:00 AM

'We're letting children drop off a cliff edge at age 18': Opposition hits out at CAMHS issues

Sinn Féin’s spokesperson for mental health said it is “downright scandalous” that some young people are not receiving follow-up care such as essential blood tests.

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Jan 26th 2023, 6:26 PM

IMO hits out at Donnelly's suggestion new consultant contract will bring 'consistency' to CAMHS

The Health Minister yesterday said the HSE is seeking to appoint a national clinical lead for youth mental health.

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Jan 25th 2023, 12:25 PM

Donnelly says recruitment of youth mental health director will bring 'consistency' to CAMHS

The Dáil is to discuss the findings on Thursday.

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Jan 24th 2023, 11:23 AM

Parent's frustration as boy lingers for over a year without mental health assessment

Figures show admittance rates differing widely for CAMHS teams, ranging between 80% and 30% of children getting accepted.

A parent in Dublin told reporter Eoghan Dalton of the struggle to see her son be accepted for treatment in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

A damning report by the Mental Health Commission has noted how acceptance rates 'vary widely' depending on the region where a family is situated

"Deep frustration" has also been expressed by GPs at the "high level" of their vulnerable patients being declined by CAMHS

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Jan 24th 2023, 12:05 AM

CAMHS report raises serious concerns about children on medication not getting follow-up care

Some children and adolescents seeking mental health treatment are not getting appointments for up to two years, a new report has found.

Some children and adolescents seeking mental health treatment are not getting appointments for up to two years, Órla Ryan reports

In one catchment area, there were 140 "lost" cases where young people didn't receive follow-up care

Dr Susan Finnerty decided to produce an interim report due to "the serious concerns and consequent risks for some patients"

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Jan 23rd 2023, 12:05 AM

Jesse Lingard drank to ‘take pain away’ during last days at Man United

The England international made over 230 senior appearances for the Red Devils.

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Jan 19th 2023, 3:03 PM

Opinion: Struggling to keep your New Year's Resolutions? It's all about short-term goals

Dr Emma Howard says it’s easy to set up ambitious resolutions but we won’t get far without short-term incentives.

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Jan 7th 2023, 7:00 AM

Children’s hospitals ‘seeing astronomical number of young people self-harming’

Dr Mary Cannon said there are only a ‘handful’ of adolescent inpatient mental health beds in Dublin, despite rising need.

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Jan 2nd 2023, 11:56 AM

Last year

2022

Therapist: Christmas can be tough - here's some strategies to help you mind yourself

Therapist Joe Heffernan has some tips for managing stress this holiday season.

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Dec 23rd 2022, 8:00 PM

# policing authority

Senior garda says garda stations are not places for mental health patients

Chief Superintendent Gerard Roche also said that new plans for removal of gardaí from mental health response requires proper resourcing.

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Nov 24th 2022, 7:00 PM

Online gambling causing surge of suicidal young men in A&E, NHS clinic says

Earlier this year the NHS stopped taking cash from the gambling industry for the treatment of people suffering addiction

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Nov 23rd 2022, 8:00 AM

# Samaritans

Samaritans received nearly 1,000 calls a day last year, with mental health the top concern

Its 24-hour helpline covers the island of Ireland and answered almost half a million calls and emails last year.

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Nov 16th 2022, 1:47 PM

# nominees

The Journal and Noteworthy reporters nominated for Headline mental health media awards

The awards recognise Irish media professionals who are creating awareness and reducing stigma in mental health reporting.

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Nov 11th 2022, 4:18 PM

# Portrane

Central Mental Hospital relocated to €200 million facility in north county Dublin

The new facility will expand to a 130 bed capacity next year, compared to the Dundrum site’s capacity of 96.

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Nov 4th 2022, 9:10 PM

# lego

Experimental Lego cafe opens for adults in Dublin

Launched during World Mental Health Month, the cafe is a space where adults can experience all the mental health benefits that play can bring.

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Oct 26th 2022, 6:46 PM

# pj gallagher

'I had people fighting for me': PJ Gallagher opens up about his experience with mental illness

The actor and comedian spent several months in hospital last year after experiencing debilitating anxiety.

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Oct 22nd 2022, 1:39 PM

'Keyboard warriors have no understanding that what they say can affect somebody'

Jamie Hagan spoke with disarming honesty on The42 Rugby Weekly Extra podcast.

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Sep 28th 2022, 5:04 PM

# Trauma

Mental Health Commission to ban mechanical restraints on children in inpatient centres

The practice involves handcuffs, or devices and garments that stop a person moving.

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Sep 28th 2022, 2:32 PM

# mike ryan

Irish head of emergencies at WHO reveals he received death threats during pandemic

The Sligo-born doctor said that he may have post-traumatic stress disorder.

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Sep 21st 2022, 11:42 AM

# cost of living crisis

Majority of young people considering moving abroad for better quality of life

Over eight in ten are also ‘fearful for the future’.

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Sep 12th 2022, 6:30 AM

# Research

Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder 'may be detectable years before illnesses begin'

A new study led by UCD suggests the possibility of earlier intervention and even prevention of the illnesses.

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Sep 8th 2022, 6:00 AM

Down golfer Mehaffey taking 'time away to get the help I need'

The 24-year-old released a powerful statement this afternoon.

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Aug 27th 2022, 4:20 PM

# callout

'To hear a child say they feel listened to is powerful': What it's like being a Childline volunteer

The service, run by the ISPCC, is looking for new volunteers.

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Aug 20th 2022, 1:00 PM

# Aware

Volunteers needed for depression helpline amid high demand post-lockdowns

There is also an increase in calls from people affected by the cost-of-living crisis.

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Aug 7th 2022, 3:20 PM

# Head first

Study launched into outdoor swimming as alternative to antidepressants

Ecotherapy – therapeutic intervention through nature – is known to boost people’s mood.

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Jul 26th 2022, 8:04 AM

Third of UK prisoners show symptoms of 'severe anxiety disorder' due to pandemic

Decreased visiting opportunities were a major issue for most respondents.

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Jul 20th 2022, 6:15 AM

# Speaking out

Steven Reid: 'Really tough, you're talking about real severe anxiety, stress, panic attacks'

Reid departed his coaching role with Nottingham Forest earlier this month.

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Jul 19th 2022, 3:13 PM

Opinion: Adults with ADHD are vulnerable to mental health challenges - they need support

Ken Kilbride says society needs to move change its thinking in relation to ADHD.

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Jul 10th 2022, 7:30 AM

# inequality

Private mental health centres provide better care than HSE facilities, report finds

Inspectors highlighted multiple serious risks and poor environments across five HSE approved centres in Cork.

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Jun 30th 2022, 6:05 AM

Levels of depression almost doubled among young people during the pandemic

Widespread mental health issues, particularly among young women are of ‘significant concern’.

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Jun 20th 2022, 6:30 AM

# HSE

6% of eating disorder patients admitted to hospital have received specialist care since 2018

46 patients have received treatment in the dedicated eating disorder service at St Vincent’s University Hospital in the last five years.

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Jun 17th 2022, 6:00 AM

Traveller protest at Leinster House highlights crisis in mental health

Speakers told demonstrators they had been let down by promises made by successive governments.

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Jun 1st 2022, 8:04 AM