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Our articles and videos, created by renowned psychologist Dr Becky Spelman and our team of psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists, provide valuable guidance on a range of mental health topics. Whether you’re looking for expert opinions, research-backed strategies, or everyday wellbeing tips, you’ll find it all here.
Introduction: When ADHD and Relationships Collide Relationships are complicated for everyone — but when ADHD enters the picture, things often become more intense. Many people don’t realise how deeply ADHD symptoms can affect emotional closeness, conflict, and trust. Triggers that seem small to one partner can feel like explosions to the other. The heartbreaking part […]
Introduction: When ADHD and Relationships Collide Relationships are complicated for everyone — but when ADHD enters the picture, things often become more intense. Many people don’t realise how deeply ADHD...
Burnout has long been a risk for high-achieving professionals, but in 2025, it’s becoming more common and more intense. A combination of post-pandemic work culture, remote work fatigue, economic uncertainty,...
In an age where artificial intelligence is making its way into nearly every aspect of our lives, the question of whether AI can replace human therapists is no longer hypothetical—it’s...
Perimenopause isn’t just about hot flushes or irregular periods—it’s a profound shift that reverberates throughout the mind as well as the body. For many women, this transition brings unexpected psychological...
Finding a therapist isn’t just about qualifications or availability—it’s about connection. You’re far more likely to benefit from therapy when the person you’re speaking to “gets” you. In Ireland, where...
In recent years, a new trend has quietly surged across TikTok under the hashtag “#SkinnyTok.” It is, at first glance, seemingly innocuous: videos about healthy eating, gym routines, or weight...
Between 2020 and 2023, more than 50,000 individuals in Ireland were treated in hospital settings for injuries caused by self-harm. This startling figure, revealed by the National Self-Harm Registry Ireland...
In 2025, Ireland has made notable strides in allocating resources to mental health services. With a record-breaking budget and significant capital investments, the government has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing...
Mental illness has long been recognised as both a cause and consequence of homelessness. In Ireland, new data released in March 2025 has cast a spotlight on just how severe...
Introduction: Beyond the Stereotypes When we talk about ADHD, too often the conversation stays stuck at the surface level. People imagine hyperactivity, distraction, and disorganisation — they see the outward...
