Mental health funding ‘piecemeal, inadequate and short-sighted’, charities say
Persistent underfunding is having a long-term impact on the mental health system, says Mental Health Reform interim chief executive Philip Watt
Pieta House
‘Really, really easy’: Irish man (62) swims length of river Shannon for Pieta House
Former schoolteacher began training last January to swim the 250km waterway
Pieta says it may not be able to continue mental health services without Government funds
Cost of running suicide prevention and counselling group stands at some €17m a year, mostly paid for by ‘generous donors and dedicated supporters’
PJ Gallagher: Changing My Mind review – Comedian’s mental health no laughing matter
Television: Comedian and broadcaster could have done with a lot more time to air his articulate views on this important subject
Darkness into Light: Thousands across Ireland take part in annual fundraiser for Pieta
Official walks took place at some 230 locations at home and abroad with 100,000 people estimated to take part
Irishman’s ride in world’s longest horse race cut short after fall
Martin McMahon was halfway through the gruelling Mongol Derby when ‘disaster struck’
Up to 100,000 people walk in Darkness into Light events around Ireland
Darkness into Light 2023 sees Charlie Bird join biggest gathering in Dublin’s Phoenix Park for Pieta House fundraiser
‘A lot of our Christmas volunteers have been through really difficult periods and want to pay it forward’
Hundreds of people are giving their time over the holiday period to support those in crisis, both in person and on helplines
Charlie Bird makes emotional speech for Darkness Into Light
An estimated 120,000 people took part in annual 5km, held for first time in three years
Wild Geese: ‘Most of our clients are Irish, but we welcome everyone’
Rebecca Skedd, CEO of Solace House in New York
‘Yellow army’ to return for first in-person Daffodil Day since pandemic
Irish Cancer Society raised close to €7m during Daffodil Day 2021
HSE audit criticises ‘unsatisfactory’ controls at Pieta House
Report finds governance shortcomings including pay increase for a former chief
Covid: ‘Sustained surge’ of mental health problems expected in coming years
Aware and Pieta House describe challenges faced during pandemic at Oireachtas hearing
Teddy bear initiative seeks to support people with suicidal thoughts
Toys placed on bridges across Cork city with messages of hope and helpline numbers
Gardaí in Cork murder-suicide case examining if brothers rowed over livestock
Investigators believe that mental health issues may provide clue to the tragedy
Gardaí contacted one of brothers before Cork murder-suicide
Gsoc to review garda involvement after deaths of Hennessy siblings outside Mitchelstown
Gardaí to examine medical records of suspected Cork killer
Investigators not seeking anyone else over murder suicide of three brothers
Three brothers found dead in Cork were ‘old type fellows who lived a very simple life’
Sense of disbelief envelopes Mitchelstown as news breaks of the three deaths
Making Ireland an inclusive home for talent
Facebook, Amazon and Squarespace at forefront for diversity in the workplace
Cork shootings: Gardaí find lengthy apparent suicide note on one of the dead men
Investigators are examining whether attack was planned by two of the deceased
Found in America, an Irish president's painting makes a premium price at home
The painting of a Celtic cross was among Irish art that sold in an online only auction
‘When I was 19, my eldest brother Colly Baker died by suicide’
I received great support in both Ireland and Australia after my brother’s death
Joan Freeman donated Seanad salary to Pieta-linked charity in the US
Presidential candidate gave €41,000 salary to separate charity in New York she founded in 2015
Fine Gael Executive Council formally endorse Higgins for presidency
Senator Joan Freeman seeks nomination from councils
Senator calls for HSE accountability ahead of mental health report
Independent Senator Joan Freeman says public have right to know how funds are spent
Pieta House chief recognised for ‘Darkness Into Light’ campaign
Brian Higgins has been awarded the title Marketer of the Year
Ireland has fourth highest rate of teen suicide in Europe
Psychologists urge focus on fighting problem ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day
High Court appoints liquidator to suicide charity
Console €294,000 in debt and unable to maintain its service, court hears
Eircom told to pay €35,000 to charity over marketing texts and calls
Data Protection Commissioner took prosecution against company
Irish in London: ‘It’s often hard to say that actually, it’s difficult here’
Darkness Into Light walks around the world highlight emotional wellbeing of emigrants
Cyclists promoting suicide prevention reach Dublin
Extended stage for peleton 250-strong winds way into capital after 7,000 play part in effort
‘Mind the Irish abroad’ warns Pieta House founder
Suicide prevention group’s global Darkness into Light event recognises needs of diaspora
Depression overview: Understanding and treating depression
There are many support services to help people who suffer from this very painful condition
No shame in feeling despair
Creating awareness about the reasons people feel suicidal and what can be done to help is a vital step towards eradicating the stigma attached
March for suicide prevention held in Dublin
‘There’s a lot of people hurting out there that are looking for help’
80,000 take part in Darkness into Light events
Participants walk and run at home and abroad to raise funds and awareness for Pieta House
Thousands walk to remember those who’ve died by suicide
Darkness into Light event attracts 80,000 walkers around Ireland and abroad
80,000 expected at Darkness into Light event for Pieta House
Walks and runs to take place in 39 locations nationwide as well as in London and Sydney
More than 9,000 calls made to Console helpline for farmers since late 2012
Suicide had been attempted in more than half of cases
Rural suicide campaign aims to quell ‘invisible despair’ suffered by farmers
Pieta House hoping to reach 500,000 people
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