With shows depicting mental illness it can oftentimes be a double-edged sword of sorts, it seems that these shows either address the issue of mental health very successfully or miss the mark completely.
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When it comes to contraception, most girls opt for ‘the pill’ even though there are numerous other options out there. The question is are they being informed of the other contraceptives,or is there a tendency to just take the ‘easy’ option. Read more…
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he EU has funded €7.6 million in an effort to improve mental health support across the country, the HSE announced on March 9th.
[dropcap]The[/dropcap] number of first year students with reported mental health conditions rose by 46 per cent in the last academic year, according to a new study. This increase is most likely linked to improved supports Read more…
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he theme of mental illness is no stranger to the literary world. However, in an age where mental illness is often romanticised, it can be hard to find stories that show its complexity and reality. Read more…
[dropcap]DCUSU[/dropcap] President Niall Behan spoke about his personal experience with mental health and wellbeing after the death of his father in a speech to students in UMASS Boston. The speech at the ACUI conference was Read more…
Cúpla moladh ó Mhéabh Riordan chun an meabhairsláinte a fheabhsú i Mí na Samhna Read more…
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]arkness does not discriminate. Few people are bypassed when dire possibility and self-doubt eradicate even the faintest glimmer of light. Darkness can live within us all. For most, it pays only fleeting visits. For most, suicide is not Read more…
[dropcap]W[/dropcap]ellness Wednesday events are in full swing in the Glasnevin Campus of DCU to encourage students to be in touch with their physical and mental health in college. Sorcha Murphy, the Chairperson of DCU’s Mental Read more…
The BBC’s new mini-series “Overshadowed” casts a unique light on the issue of eating disorders, a topic that is usually kept hidden in darkness. Imogene, a young Irish vlogger living in England, decides to Read more…
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]t can take up to six weeks for students to access the one on one counselling services offered by DCU according to Podge Henry, Student Union VP for Welfare and Equality.
Fintan O’Byrne is an Irish artist who recently hosted an exhibition of his artwork in aid of Jigsaw, Ireland’s National Centre for Youth Mental Health. Jigsaw’s mission is to bring about significant change in how Read more…
[dropcap]M[/dropcap]ental health is, for the most part, a taboo subject and many seem to push it aside and decide to avoid the conversation. Until it’s too late. It isn’t until something drastic occurs that people decide Read more…
Exam season is approaching and stress levels are rising so it’s important to stay healthy both in body and mind. This is a short guide of how to stay calm and de-stress during this anxious period. Read more…
Our new Deputy Lifestyle Editor, Adam Daly sheds light on the struggles men face dealing with their level of masculinity. Read more…
Lucy Mangan looks into mental health services provided by primary and secondary schools, arguing that there are not enough resources available for those seeking help. Read more…
[dropcap]Just[/dropcap] a few weeks ago, DCU saw the establishment of an over the phone counselling service. An exclusive for DCU students, the helpline will operate for three hours, two nights a week – every Tuesday Read more…
[dropcap]Teasing[/dropcap] a fear from the depths of safety delivers a rush of adrenaline, increases our heart rates and is often referred to as the fight or flight response; the edge of the unknown. Little children Read more…
[dropcap]Semester[/dropcap] 2 is here and everyone is ready to jump straight back into college life full steam ahead. A lot of students have new year’s goals to finally get themselves sorted with regards to college Read more…
[dropcap]It[/dropcap] is estimated that 30 percent of young people in Ireland will experience bullying in their lives, which unfortunately often continues into the workplace as an adult.
Mental Health spending is set to increase in 2017 by €24.7m, despite popular belief that spending is to be cut from the sector in the 2017 budget. Read more…
The rate of suicides in this country is higher than the rate of road deaths yet mental health still remains a low priority for the Government, writes Bríon Hoban. Read more…
[dropcap]Mental [/dropcap]Health Reform have criticised the Government as it has emerged that they plan to invest just €15 million into mental health services, as opposed to the Budget-day announcement of €35 million. During last week’s Read more…
[dropcap]Smiling[/dropcap], laughing, happy students are the first thing you notice when you set foot on any DCU campus. There is a certain euphoric buzz to university life that you will not find anywhere else. This Read more…