News & Events
17th December 2018
Why are competitive athletes more open to depression?
Back on the New York Times bestseller list a decade after first published – thanks mainly to the film tie-in edition – is David Sheff’s Beautiful Boy, one of those properly eye-opening accounts of addiction and recovery and everything else in between. Set against a golden...
12th November 2018
It could be your parent, a sibling or colleague that’s making you ill
It could be your parent, a sibling, a son or daughter or in-law that is making you ill. Or perhaps a friend, neighbour, person at work or partner is intruding on your psychological territory. Research has shown that people who have positive and supportive relationships are...
22nd August 2018
First year in secondary school: a survival guide
Teachers and students share their tips for making the transition to a new school a positive experience for pupils . . . and how parents can help Beginning secondary school is one of the landmark moments in a child’s life, but new beginnings can bring both...
28th June 2018
The Child & Family Mental Health Initiative (CFMHI)
The Child & Family Mental Health Initiative (CFMHI) interagency team launch their information resources for parents with Mental Health difficulties and their children http://www.mindspacemayo.ie/uploadedfiles/Understanding-your-parents-Mental-Health-(12+).pdf http://www.mindspacemayo.ie/uploadedfiles/Understanding-your-parents-Mental-Health-(7-12yo).pdf http://www.mindspacemayo.ie/uploadedfiles/Talking-to-your-Children-about-your-Mental-Health.pdf More on Children & Young People Support HERE More on Mental Health HERE...
13th June 2018
Men’s Health Week 2018
International Men's Health Week (MHW) 2018 runs from today Monday 11th until Sunday 17th June, Father’s Day. Its purpose is to encourage personal, structural and systemic change and thereby improve men’s health. Men, on the island of Ireland, suffer from poor health and die too...
14th March 2018
CROSSCARE YOUTH SERVICES WORK TOGETHER WITH OTHER AGENCIES TO LAUNCH THE SLEEP PROGRAMME
A team of inter-agency professionals based in Arklow, Co. Wicklow, including our own East Wicklow Youth Service, have developed a new practical tool for addressing the issue of sleep deprivation with young people. The Sleep Programme is recommended for young people aged 12 – 14...
19th February 2018
The importance of self-compassion and self-acceptance
Positive well-being – sometimes we are our own greatest obstacles to achieving happiness “If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.” – Dalai Lama Often, we are our own greatest obstacles to achieving happiness and well-being. Sometimes we...
30th January 2018
Breaffy GAA leads the field in fight for mental health awareness
Breaffy GAA Club has extended its commitment to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health with the announcement that Mindspace Mayo will now feature on the clubs U-14 jerseys. It is hoped that the campaign will raise awareness of youth mental health issues in Mayo. GAA clubs...
2nd January 2018
‘It was eight years ago that I had fallen to a very low ebb’ – Alan Quinlan on vital role sport plays in mental health
While this time of year is dominated by celebrations for the majority of us, it is easy to forget there are many who find themselves struggling against the tide of festive cheer. Christmas time and the conclusion of yet another year can accentuate feelings of bereavement,...
20th December 2017
Connecting For Life Galway, Mayo & Roscommon, a suicide prevention action plan for the area has been launched!
Connecting For Life Galway, Mayo & Roscommon, a suicide prevention action plan for the area has been launched! A wide ranging public consultation (including over 1,200 surveys) took place to inform the development of #ConnectingForLife Galway, Mayo & Roscommon - a new plan to reduce...
18th December 2017
How To Help Your Child If Christmas Makes Them Anxious
If you think that the holidays could be a difficult time for your child, here are some tips for how you could alleviate the pressure or worry they may feel. Gifts, gingerbread houses, advent calendars and chocolate. Trips to see Santa, trips to see his ‘elves’,...