mental health
Concerns over sickness absence and vacancy levels in civil service
Catherine Shannon, from the Department of Finance, said anxiety, stress and depression accounted for the greatest proportion of working days lost.
Loose Women’s Denise Welch: I no longer live in fear of depression coming back
The actress and TV personality talks simple self-care, positive ageing and why she’s all about making life as easy as possible. By Abi Jackson.
Ministers urged to end need for mental health hospitals for children by 2030
Researchers said that while access to mental health services has risen, the health system continues to struggle to keep pace with demand.
Social media impact is ‘largest challenge’ within girls’ schools, teachers say
A report by the Girls’ Schools Association has examined the benefits and challenges of girls-only education.
Study finds over 70% of men who suffered intimate partner violence considered suicide
The research from Queen’s University also found social stigmas often prevented men coming forward about their abuse
Mental health waiting lists up 30% over psychiatry workforce crisis
A quarter of consultant psychiatrist posts in Northern Ireland are vacant, causing waiting lists to deteriorate
One in five men over 50 ‘hardly ever’ thinks about their mental wellbeing – here’s how to start
Many men find it difficult to open up about how they are feeling.
How James Bond Saved My Life: Derry film-maker uses cinema therapy to inspire and empower young minds
During a difficult childhood where he was severely bullied at school, David Harkin found solace in the adventures of James Bond. Now the Derry film-maker and youth worker has penned a unique self-help memoir highlighting the power of cinematic characters to inspire young minds. He chats to Jenny Lee
Boost men’s health this Movember: Top foods for prostate, heart & mental wellness
Jane McClenaghan serves up six of the best foods to support men’s health
Isolation heightens ‘threat vigilance’ in teenagers, study suggests
The findings might shed light on the link between loneliness and mental health conditions such as anxiety disorders, researchers say.