Category: Events
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‘If you’ve met one individual with autism, you have met one individual with autism’
Current research suggests that over 1 in 100 people may be on the autistic spectrum. However Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is largely misunderstood as people with ASD have an increased risk of psychiatric illness but only 50% having intellectual disability. The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland are today running an Autism Seminar on pathways of care/service for adults with Autism Spectrum…
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Free IJPM articles for World Mental Health Day 2017
For Mental Illness Awareness Week and World Mental Health Day, the Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine is providing free access to a selection of journal articles for the full month of October 2017. Heightened awareness of concepts relating to both mental health and mental illness are essential to ensure that appropriate and well resourced mental health…
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‘A shared journey is what it’s all about, and ultimately a shared humanity’
Families and carers of those with mental illness connect with psychiatrists to encourage recovery The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland (CPsychI) hosted their third annual conference with Shine on Friday 22nd September in Waterford with a focus on the role of family in promoting recovery. The day was full of insightful presentations and panel discussions…
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Deadline for Call for Abstracts this Thursday – Winter Conference 2017
The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland invites abstract submissions from all non-consultant psychiatrists, medical students and interns for Poster & Oral Presentation. Applicants will be informed whether their abstract has been accepted or not within two weeks of the closing date. The posters will be displayed over both days. The Oral presentations will be scheduled…
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College marks Psychiatry Trainees’ Foundation Year with Ceremony & Encouraging Words from President Dr John Hillery
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Trainees who have successfully completed their Foundation year in psychiatry attended a graduation event recently where they were congratulated on their achievement before they embark on the first year of BST (Basic Specialist Training) in Psychiatry. The event comprised an address from the President of the College, Dr John Hillery, as well as from…
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Report launched – Advocacy needs of those who use the Mental Health Services
Mental Health Reform launched a new report yesterday entitled, The Advocacy Needs of Mental Health Service Users Living in the Community: A Pilot Study. The report, launched by Ombudsman Peter Tyndall, examines the need for independent, one-to-one advocacy supports for people who use mental health services and who need help to make decisions or access their…
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7th annual CPsychI Summer Schools 2017
The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland is pleased to announce the dates of the the annual Psychiatry Summer School events for Medical Students and Interns, as follows: NUI Galway – Wednesday, 23rd August University College Cork – Friday, 25th August Dublin – Friday, 1st September Organised by the Trainee Committee of the College, for this seventh consecutive year,…
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Irish Healthcare Awards – Open for entries
Applications for the Irish Healthcare Awards 2017 close on June 30th Hosted by Irish Medical Times and its publisher MPI Media, the Irish Healthcare Awards celebrate innovation, excellence and achievement in the Irish health system and recognise projects and individuals that have made a positive contribution to patient care. Now in their 16th year, this…
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A look back at our Twitter Q&A with psychiatrists
Members of the public were invited to engage informally with psychiatrists as part of Green Ribbon month through the CPsychI 3rd annual Twitter Q&A session which took place on Wednesday evening, 31st May at 7pm. For 2 hours Consultant Psychiatrists Dr Miriam Kennedy and Dr Jennifer Hoblyn took charge of the @GreenRibbonIRL Twitter account to engage with people about mental…
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Green Ribbon Month: Walk & Talk with psychiatrists
Last Sunday, 21st of May, over 40 people including psychiatrists, people who use the mental health services and members of the public took part in the 3rd annual CPsychI Walk & Talk with Psychiatrists as part of See Change Green Ribbon month. The aim of the event was to promote wellness and activity in an outdoor…