Category: Blog
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Irish Times Opinion Piece: Cannabis use significantly increases mental health risks
In an article for the Irish Times, Consultant Psychiatrist Professor Mary Cannon discusses the recent rise in cannabis use among young people, and the detrimental effect it can have on their mental health and development. You can read the full Irish Times article, published on 16/09/19, here. Accounting for the rise in so-called “recreational” use in…
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World Suicide Prevention Day: Are we finally making progress with suicide and self-harm?
In an article for the Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine, Consultant Psychiatrist Prof Brendan Kelly discusses the history, epidemiology and evidence for prevention of suicide and self-harm in Ireland. You can read the full article here. “While Ireland’s suicide rate is falling, suicide and self-harm remain substantial societal problems. Good primary care, good mental health care…
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Gambling Addiction in Ireland a Major Public Health Concern
Dr Colin O’Gara, Consultant Psychiatrist and specialist in addiction treatment, spoke with Miriam O’Callaghan on RTE Radio 1 this week, in order to shine a spotlight on the urgent need for legislation, as well public education, around gambling addiction. Dr O’Gara was keen to highlight on RTE Radio Today with Miriam that severe gambling addiction…
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Successful Induction Week for Psychiatry Trainees
College of Psychiatrists hosted its 2nd Induction Week for Psychiatry Trainees following a well-received and successful inaugural event last year Communication and Language, Ethics and Professionalism and Physical Health were some of the workshop sessions to form part of an intense induction week designed by the College Postgraduate Training Department for doctors embarking on their…
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Professor Brendan Kelly on Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
On Today with Miriam O’Callaghan, Consultant Psychiatrist Prof Brendan Kelly discussed many aspects of ASD: diagnoses, supports needed, societal attitudes and more. Adam Harris, Chief Executive of AsIAm and member of the College Autism Special Interest Group also discussed the social benefits of an autism diagnosis and the barriers to services a diagnosis can create. Listen…
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Successful Careers in Psychiatry Events for Medical Students / Interns
The College hosted its Careers in Psychiatry events in Cork and Dublin 22 and 23 August for Medical Students and Interns. Careers days are aimed at medical students, interns or medical graduates who may be considering applying for specialist training in Psychiatry, or who would simply like to find out more about what a career…
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RTÉ Radio Archive Programme Explores History of Asylums & Institutions
Following the launch of the paper back copy of Hearing Voices: The History of Psychiatry in Ireland, RTÉ Presenter John Bowman explored (Sunday 18th Aug 2019) short excerpts of recorded interviews with experts on the asylums and mental institutions in Ireland. Archive interviews with Prof Brendan Kelly, author of the book, also feature. This excellent and…
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Supporting Those Bereaved By Suicide
Professor Jim Lucey, Medical Director of St Patrick’s Mental Health Services shares in a new blog post how we can talk to and support those experiencing grief following the death of a family member or friend by suicide. “The piece below should not increase the pain of suicide, but talking about it can help us…
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Your Training Counts 2017 Report Published
Psychiatry training once again scores in top percentile for quality clinical learning environments in the findings of “Your Training Counts – 2017”, the Medical Council’s annual national trainee experience survey which launched this week. Encouragingly, and in line with previous years, feedback from trainees in the 2017 survey rated training in psychiatry significantly higher across…
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12 Mindful Tips to Reduce Negative Effects of Modern Air Travel
Heading off on a plane for holidays? Psychiatrist Prof Brendan Kelly offers some practical tips in the Irish Times for your mental wellbeing. How to stay calm and mindful while flying and navigating airports, including listening to some Britney Spears! Full article is available on the Irish Times website here. Travel is exciting but the…