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The Irish Sun · 6d

‘It’s terrifying and full of shame’, says RTE’s Brendan Courtney as he opens up on ‘harrowing’ diagnosis for first time

RTE star Brendan Courtney has opened up on his OCD diagnosis for the first time on air. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, commonly referred to as OCD, is a severe anxiety disorder that features a
Icon for www.rte.ieRTE Online · 18d

Many EDs cannot meet demand for mental health services - report

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Call for change to ED mental health services after report

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RTÉ Ireland · 25d

Crisis in the classroom: burnout and stress amongst Irish teachers

Our new study has revealed troubling levels of burnout and poor mental health among Irish teachers. The research, which surveyed over 1,000 teachers across both primary and secondary schools, highlights the urgent need for better support and intervention for educators, who are facing significant challenges in their profession.
RTÉ Ireland · 28d

Is your employer investing in the wellbeing of staff?

Poor mental health in the workplace can result in reduced performance, high turnover, absenteeism and declining morale
Icon for www.rte.ieRTE Online · 20d

Examining the rise in ADHD and autism diagnoses

Minister of State with Responsibility for Mental Health Mary Butler came under fire in recent days after using the word "trend" when talking about increases in ADHD and autism referrals to CAMHS ...
Icon for www.rte.ieRTE Online · 22d

Call over junior minister's comments on ADHD and autism diagnoses

The Chief Whip, who also is a Minister of State with responsibility for Mental Health, said on Wednesday that an increase in diagnoses of ADHD is leading to an increase in waiting lists for mental ...
The Irish Sun · 5d

The 4 behaviour patterns that could be signs of OCD after RTE star Brendan Courtney bravely lifts lid on diagnosis

RTE star Brendan Courtney recently opened up on his OCD diagnosis for the first time on air. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, commonly referred to as OCD, is a severe anxiety disorder that features
RTÉ Ireland · 7d

Inside the wellbeing and relationships of Ireland's 25-year-olds

Are Ireland's 25-year-olds close with their parents and do they have people they can rely on? Here's what CSO data tells us
Icon for www.rte.ieRTE Online · 26d

Why AI therapists are not an ideal fix for mental health support

Analysis: The rising popularity of AI chatbots and therapeutic apps for mental health support pose as many questions as answers Picture having your very own personalised therapist right in your ...
TheLiberal.ie · 15d

Many emergency departments in Ireland cannot meet demand for mental services, says report

A new report has highlighted the urgent need for better acute mental health services in hospital emergency departments, reports RTE. The Mental Health Commission's latest analysis reveals major inconsistencies in how these services are delivered and calls for measures to improve access,
Icon for www.rte.ieRTE Online · 28d

55 critical incidents recorded in IPAS accommodation last year

Just under half of these (25) were related to mental health or self-harm incidents, 23 incidents were related to violence towards staff or other residents. Sadly, seven of the critical incidents ...
RTÉ Ireland · 8d

11 confirmed dead after Vancouver 'car-ramming attack'

The suspect in a Canadian car-ramming attack that left 11 people dead at a Filipino street party acted deliberately and had a history of mental health problems, police have said, warning the toll could rise.