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Ireland’s teenagers are excelling in classrooms, but behind the high test scores lies a troubling reality: they are some of the most mentally distressed young people in the developed world. According to a 2025 UNICEF report titled “Worlds of Influence”, Irish adolescents rank first globally for academic achievement, yet only 24th for mental health among […]
Ireland’s teenagers are excelling in classrooms, but behind the high test scores lies a troubling reality: they are some of the most mentally distressed young people in the developed world....
In a country that prides itself on progressive values and world-class healthcare, over 15,000 children are currently waiting far too long for the disability assessments they are legally entitled to....
For decades, therapy and mental health support were viewed with suspicion in Ireland. There was a prevalent societal belief that seeking help from a therapist was a sign of weakness,...
Introduction Mental health has increasingly become a priority in Ireland, with growing awareness, policy shifts, and the introduction of new treatment models. Despite these advancements, access to mental health services...
Ireland’s mental health services are at a breaking point. Across both the public and private sectors, a severe shortage of psychiatrists has left thousands of patients waiting for essential care,...
Ireland has a complex and intertwined history with Catholicism that has shaped many facets of Irish society. One of the most profound and enduring influences of Catholicism is in the...
Marriage, as a deeply personal and significant relationship, has its highs and lows. As time passes, many couples inevitably face challenges. Whether it’s the strain of daily life, differing expectations,...
In Ireland, mental health has long been a sensitive subject—often overshadowed by the reluctance to openly discuss it, which historically contributed to its stigma. For many years, people who faced...
In recent years, the number of people seeking therapy and psychiatric support in cities across Ireland—such as Dublin, Cork, and Galway—has grown significantly. This increase in demand for mental health...
In the 1980s, a remarkable breakthrough in trauma treatment occurred when psychologist Francine Shapiro stumbled upon a simple yet profound discovery while walking through a park. As she reflected on...
