youth mental health
The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland > youth mental health
HRB Releases Report on Psychiatric In-Patient Admissions
17
Jul
The latest figures from the HRB show an increase in the number of under 18-year-olds admitted to psychiatric units and hospitals in Ireland, rising from 408 admissions in 2018 to 497 in 2019. Depression remains the most common diagnosis among children, followed by neuroses, eating disorders and schizophrenia. The main diagnoses attributed to those admitted […]
RCSI launches animation series to combat increasing levels of adolescent mental health issues in Ireland
13
May
RCSI has today launched a digital animation series focused on issues related to the mental health of young people in Ireland. The five-part series – funded by the HRB – features the voices and stories of young people who have experienced anxiety, bullying, not fitting in, depression and loneliness. It was designed in collaboration with […]