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The death of Louis Walsh, my eating disorder

Mar 1, 2017

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This article was written by Joanne McNally and was originally published in the Irish Times on 01/09/16. ‘When my therapist asks me to give my eating disorder an identity, it begins to take shape in front of me – and it looks exactly like Louis Walsh Okay now Joanne, we’re going to do a little…

A moment that changed me: my psychiatrist told me I could be one too

Feb 23, 2017

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in Of interest from media, Postgraduate Training

While studying medicine, I suffered from mental health problems that required treatment. My doctor told me they needn’t stop me pursuing my dream – Linda Gask. This article was published in The Guardian on 17/02/17 and was written by Linda Gask “During my years of medical training I was tense and wound up almost…

Mental health is everyone’s concern: Joint statement by 17 European organisations

Feb 13, 2017

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Joint statement, developed by 17 European organisations through the EU Health Policy Platform, calling for more action on mental health in Europe. Mental health is as essential as physical health to well-being, and 17 organisations in Europe have released a Joint-statement to build on the momentum from the European Joint Action for Mental Health and Well-being by…

Rick Rossiter of REFOCUS on Infinitely Polar Bear

Feb 1, 2017

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in Of interest from media, Uncategorized

We spoke to CPsychI REFOCUS member (Recovery Experience Forum of Carers and Users of Services) and See Change Ambassador Rick Rossiter following a First Fortnight screening of Infinitely Polar Bear. By Mary Hayes The movie stars Mark Ruffalo and Zoe Saldana and follows Cam (Ruffalo) who lives with manic depression and bipolar disorder as he takes full…

Mental illness & physical illness – Far from gaining parity of esteem

Jan 30, 2017

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in Of interest from media

Health service must place a greater priority on the physical healthcare needs of people with mental illness, writes Dr Stephen McWilliams in thejournal.ie . He also references “diagnostic overshadowing” which means symptoms of physical illness are attributed to the patient’s mental illness, and is also a major theme in a recent report by the Royal College of Psychiatrists in…

Psychedelic drugs: A higher purpose?

Jan 23, 2017

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in College in the media, Featured, Of interest from media

Researchers are becoming more convinced of the value of psychedelics in treating depression and addiction. Dr Mike Scully, Chair of the Faculty of Addictions Psychiatry at the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland weighs in on the addiction in psychedelics. By Alex Meehan Published in the Sunday Business Post on 15/01/2017 It’s late at night deep in…

First Fortnight screening of Infinitely Polar Bear – Interview with Rick Rossiter

Jan 20, 2017

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in External Affairs & Policy, Featured, Of interest from media

We spoke to CPsychI REFOCUS member (Recovery Experience Forum of Carers and Users of Services) and See Change Ambassador Rick Rossiter following a First Fortnight screening of Infinitely Polar Bear. The movie stars Mark Ruffalo and Zoe Saldana and follows Cam (Ruffalo) who lives with bipolar disorder as he takes full responsibility of his two young, spirited daughters, while…

The consequences of mental illness stigma in the work-place

Jan 17, 2017

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in Featured, Postgraduate Training

Dr Therese O’Carroll and Mr. George Bridges of REFOCUS (Recovery Experience Forum of Carers and Users of Services) speak with Mr. A.T. about the consequences of stigma in the work-place for people with a history of mental illness.This was published as part of Think Tank, a quarterly e-newsletter for trainees by the CPsychI Training Committee 2016.…

College of Psychiatrists welcomes new President and Vice President

Jan 16, 2017

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in Featured, Press Statements

The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland has elected Dr John Hillery, former President of the Medical Council, as its new President to serve until 2020. Dr Hillery replaces Dr Ruth Loane as President. Thanking his predecessor and the membership Dr Hillery said; The College of Psychiatrists is a young College that in a short time,…

Dr John Hillery on misleading media reports about the cost of mental health services

Dec 16, 2016

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in College in the media, External Affairs & Policy, Of interest from media

Dr John Hillery spoke on both Tipp FM and Limerick’s Live 95FM in relation to CPsychI concerns that people in acute mental distress will not seek help due to misleading media reports about the cost of mental health services. CPsychI released a press statement that attempted to correct some of the issues reported, in particular the fact that Public Mental…

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