Mental Health

Brain rot: What is it and how can you combat it?

Be mindful about the type of content you are consuming, and how long you are looking at it for.

How to cope with grief at Christmas time

Christmas is a time saturated in emotions and evocative memories.

Extract: It's All Too Much by psychologist Allison Keating

Read an extract of It's All Too Much: Practical ways to pause panic attacks and overwhelm, reduce anxiety, and rediscover everyday joy.

Is our obsession with 'wellness' making us miserable?

Counselling psychiatrist Niamh Delmar looks at the damaging effects of obsessng over wellness.

Simple daily habits that can help keep stress levels in check

From humming to imagining yourself in the future – try these tricks this International Stress Awareness Week.

Anna Geary: 'Grief will impact on how I live my life'

Over the past two years, Anna Geary has experienced both sides of life – the joy of becoming a first-time mum as well as the pain of losing her father and brother.

Dr Coleman on helping kids and teens to cope with anxiety

Clinical Psychologist Dr David Coleman is setting out on a nationwide tour to help parents understand the role of anxiety in the lives of children and teenagers.

A psychologist's guide to coping with parental burnout

A counselling psychologist's guide to neurodiversity

Counselling psychologist Niamh Delmar shares her insights into neurodiversity, and how society can develop a more neuro-inclusive culture.

How to start a conversation with men about their mental health

Ask open-ended questions, focus on being a good listener, and respect their boundaries.

Managing your own mental health when a loved one has Alzheimer's

A consistent daily routine can provide structure and predictability, reducing stress for both the caregiver and the person with Alzheimer's.

Don't look back in anger: Psychologist's guide to sibling rivalry

"Conflict among siblings in adolescence has been linked to poor mental and physical health."

What's the difference between mental health and mental illness?

Mental health and mental illness are often used interchangeably, but there are marked differences.

How to cope with disappointment

Acknowledge your feelings, look after yourself, and talk about it.

Niamh Delmar on the psychology of 'othering' people

Counselling Psychologist Niamh Delmar writes about 'othering' and how it may be prevented.

How do you know if you have a sleep disorder or not?

Claire talks to Prof Andrew Coogan, director of the Chronobiology and Sleep Research Laboratory at Maynooth University about remedies to tackle sleep disorders like insomnia.

Darragh Maloney: "I'm now big into mindfulness"

Darragh Maloney talks to Donal O'Donoghue about the influence of his father, the corrosive impact of social media and his most cherished sporting moments.

Rainy day blues: why does our mood change with the weather?

Experts say the weather significantly impacts our mood and mental health through several biological mechanisms.

How to stay motivated and mind your mental health during the LC

To cram or not to cram: Study tips ahead of the Leaving Cert

Tips for parents and students coping with Leaving Cert stress

Psychologist's top tips for coping with stress.