Mental Health
# mental-health - Yesterday’s News
‘Suicidal man’ turned away from Roscommon psychiatric unit
The unit of Roscommon County Hospital was shut at the weekend because of staff shortages.
The 5 at 5: Tuesday
5 stories, 5 minutes, 5 o’clock.
# mental-health - Monday 17 June, 2013
Lack of awareness of mental health services is causing people more suffering
A study by the Dean Clinic in Cork also found that “more and more people are now prioritising their mental health”.
# mental-health - Sunday 16 June, 2013
Column: Now, more than ever, we need to Mind Our Men
Today is a day for appreciating and spoiling the men in our lives – but, with the rate of male suicide in Ireland continuing to rise, we also need to look out for their mental health now more than ever, writes Joan Freeman.
# mental-health - Saturday 15 June, 2013
‘You’ve done nothing’: Calls for junior minister Kathleen Lynch to resign
The Psychiatric Nurses Association of Ireland said they asked the TD to make the Rosommon psychiatry unit safe.
# mental-health - Friday 14 June, 2013
Death of mum-of-two sparks calls for inquiry into Roscommon psychiatric care
There have also been a number of assaults on staff in the hospital in recent weeks.
# mental-health - Thursday 13 June, 2013
The 9 at 9: Thursday
Good morning! Here are nine things to know before you start your day…
Concerns over use of electroshock therapy on non-consenting patients
A patient must consent to the treatment, but if they decide against it a decision can be overridden by two psychiatrists.
Over 100 children admitted to adult mental health units
The practice has been labelled “unsatisfactory” by the Mental Health Commission.
# mental-health - Wednesday 12 June, 2013
Use of seclusion and physical restraint in mental health services ‘unacceptable’
The Mental Health Commission recommended a change in attitudes and behaviours of all staff in relation to recovery-focused treatment.
The 5 at 5: Wednesday
5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…
Fill posts or mental health services will deteriorate, says Commission
A focus on managing illness rather than a patient’s recovery is the experience across Ireland’s mental health services.
# mental-health - Sunday 9 June, 2013
How a Rose of Tralee escort (and contestant) are gathering stories about depression
A new Facebook campaign is asking people to share their stories about how they got through depression.
# mental-health - Friday 31 May, 2013
Official figures suggest slight fall in number of suicides in 2012
CSO data records 507 suicides for the year 2012 – but one charity says the figures don’t give the full picture.
# mental-health - Tuesday 28 May, 2013
Column: Depression thrives on secrecy and isolation – it’s time to speak out
Depression is a terrible burden to carry alone. If you have depression, start small by telling a few close friends about your illness – the relief can be immeasurable, writes Fiona Kennedy.
# mental-health - Sunday 26 May, 2013
Senator Norris: ‘I had a major depression and nervous breakdown’
David Norris said media coverage during the last presidential election had a significant effect on his health.
# mental-health - Friday 17 May, 2013
Column: How practising mindfulness can help your work life
Some of the world’s most successful companies are investing in mindfulness training for their employees to help them deal better with stress and workplace challenges, writes Joanne O’Malley
# mental-health - Monday 13 May, 2013
40 psychiatric patients escape from Kenya hospital after overpowering guards
Ten of the patients have now returned to the hospital and police said the breakout must have been well planned.
# mental-health - Wednesday 8 May, 2013
Over 2,700 people sought help from Pieta House last year
Figures show that nearly 1,000 of those who contacted the suicide and self-harm crisis centre were aged between 25 and 44.
# mental-health - Friday 3 May, 2013
Two Chinese teens take their own lives over unfinished homework: reports
The boys, aged 15 and 13, died in separate incidents – with the high school workload reportedly to blame.
# mental-health - Tuesday 30 April, 2013
Suicide resource centre opens in Tralee
Console will provide a broad range of supports and services for those affected by or at risk of suicide.
# mental-health - Friday 26 April, 2013
Are you willing to laugh… in a very competitive manner?
Ireland’s first laughing championships is set to take place in Galway on 5 May, otherwise known as world laughter day.
# mental-health - Tuesday 23 April, 2013
One third of people with bipolar disorder unable to work – report
Around 40,000 people in Ireland have bipolar disorder, but many were only diagnosed after experiencing symptoms for between 2 and 3 years.
# mental-health - Monday 22 April, 2013
The 5 at 5: Monday
5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…
# mental-health - Sunday 21 April, 2013
How to manage workplace stress
It’s part of modern life – but there are ways to let go…
# mental-health - Thursday 18 April, 2013
Suicides, murders rise as Greek austerity takes health toll
Anecdotal evidence in Ireland shows a link between the economic crisis growing suicide rates but a study in Greece has proved it. In fact, research results were worse than expected.
# mental-health - Thursday 11 April, 2013
15 ways to beat anxiety now
Daily stress affects us all – these tips will help you on your way to being cool as a cucumber.
# mental-health - Saturday 6 April, 2013
Column: Does Hollywood’s portrayal of mental illness help or hinder awareness
Silver Linings Playbook is the latest movie to deal with issues surrounding mental health, but does cinema succeed in bringing these issues to the fore or are they more harmful than helpful, asks Darren Mooney.
# mental-health - Saturday 30 March, 2013
13 great mental health benefits of exercise
From alleviating anxiety to helping you to get more done, here’s 13 obvious and not-so-obvious boosts from exercise.
# mental-health - Friday 15 March, 2013
Over 3,000 episodes of physical restraint in mental health centres in 2011
A new report said there has been a year-on-year increase in the use of physical restraint.
The aftermath of war: UK military personnel ‘at increased risk of violent offending’
UK military personnel deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan with direct combat exposure were 53 per cent more likely to commit a violent offence than men serving in a non-combat role, according to the Lancet.
# mental-health - Tuesday 12 March, 2013
HSE care of depressed father to undergo ‘comprehensive review’
The Mental Health Commission has called for a review into the treatment that John Butler received in the months before he took the lives of his two daughters along with his own.
# mental-health - Monday 11 March, 2013
INTO calls for all teachers to be given mental health training
The training would mean that teachers could better deal with work colleagues who are experiencing mental health difficulties.
# mental-health - Thursday 7 March, 2013
Bullied: Your stories of bullying and its lasting effects
We asked and you told us. Here are your stories about how the pain of childhood bullying can live on.
# mental-health - Wednesday 6 March, 2013
Bullied: Your stories of bullying in the workplace
We asked and you told us. Here are some of your experiences of bullying in the workplace.
Column: Mental health and alcohol – the elephant in the room
Mental well-being is finally getting some of the attention it warrants – but the dark relationship between psychological health and alcohol continues to be largely ignored, writes Anne-Marie Flynn.
# mental-health - Thursday 28 February, 2013
Reilly gets stuck in lift at opening of mental health facility
The Health Minister was stuck in the lift with staff, press photographers and Minister Kathleen Lynch for at least 10 minutes earlier today.
Column: 7 signs to alert employers a colleague is experiencing difficulties
Employers play a key role in tackling mental health writes Dr Kara McGann, who says in these tough economic times managers need to be pro-active and aware of the issues.
Column: I train to stay physically healthy – I should treat my mental health no differently
When I tell people I have a physical trainer, they think I must be stronger and fitter as a result of it – yet there is a stigma attached to attending a counsellor or psychologist, writes Tom Murphy.
# mental-health - Wednesday 27 February, 2013
VIDEO: Jim McGuinness joins GAA, rugby stars to support student mental health campaign
Alan Quinlan, John Muldoon, Finian Hanley and Kevin Keane also feature in the “Who would you tell?” campaign.
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