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01/06/2023

01/06/2023

Su***de rates per annum in Ireland have not been published since 2019, when numbers were alarming, particularly for young men.

In 2019, 524 people died by su***de in Ireland.

408 of these deaths were men.

We are concerned that the rate of death by su***de is increasing. Chances are, you know someone who has thought about or attempted su***de.

Here are some ways you can help a loved one who is suicidal.

Do not hesitate to dm us if you want more information or a network to help you support your loved one.

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13/04/2023

22/11/2022

Anyone living near Walkinstown who is free tomorrow from 9.30 -4 Su***de or Survive is holding a Wellness Webinar and there are still places left. There is no charge and lunch will be provided

No charge interactive webinars to support your mental health

03/11/2022

We lose too many men to su***de in Ireland every year. Something has to change.

Please reach out. No matter how hopeless you feel, you are loved, you matter, and the world is a better place with you in it.

Our dms are always open if anyone wants to chat. This is a judgement free zone, and we can help by pointing you in the right direction to begin your healing journey.

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13/10/2022

Parent: I'm Struggling...
Camhs: Your not Struggling enough yet.
Services: You seem to be managing realy well.
School: There fine here.

Parent: OK seriously im realy Struggling please help me...
Camhs: Ok, we will help in 18-24 months.
Services: You are coping so well its brilliant.
School: Still fine in school.

Parent: I'm begging you, I cant do this...
Camhs: Only 12-18 months left to wait.
Services: Your not parenting right, take a parenting course.
School: We dont see any issues apart from the fact your always late.

Parent: My child is out of control and a danger to themselves and others, I can't cope, im Struggling, please help me...
Camhs: Fine your on the urgent pathway, see you in 4-6 months
Services: You can't keep you child safe, we are sending a Social worker, you should really be trying to help your child.
School: If they have anymore time off you will get a fine, they cope fine once they are here.

Parent: Why is no one helping me?...
Camhs: ........................
Services: .....................
School: .........................

Parent: Omg we finaly got here...we are going to get the help we need!...
Camhs: Yes they have Aditional needs there is a diagnosis report on its way in the post.
Services: Heres some leaflets.
School: Ok thats fine we will continue to do what we have being doing, we will just tick a box on some paper.

Parent: So what now...Who do we receive help and support from?
Camhs: ....not us sorry....
Services: ....not us sorry...
School: ....EHCP? No you don't need that, also not us sorry....

This is reality of what we go through, the truth, the Struggling, the lack of support, empathy and general lack of resources... if you too are going through this, Im sorry, just know you are not alone, keep going, one day the clouds won't be as heavy

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07/10/2022

About The A Lust For Life Schools Programme
The A Lust For Life Schools Programme is a 10 week teacher-led programme which aims to build resilience, increase wellbeing & enhance the emotional literacy of 3rd to 6th class school children. Throughout the ten lessons, children creatively learn about their wellbeing and self-care with content that is rooted in psychology, has been written by educational specialists and created by children for children. The Programme includes lesson plans, learning material, a Netflix-style gallery of engaging videos, and much more, all designed to increase & expand pupils understanding of feelings and emotions, and create a more compassionate, happier school environment.”

This is a brilliant Support system for parents who have kids who are struggling with their mental health. Doing The Best We Can Parents /Guardian Hub .

06/10/2022

We had a talk organised by at Nortonlifelock and some of the employees wrote encouraging notes for parents and those indirectly affected by Mental Health difficulties.

21/07/2022

11/07/2022

Please support who are raising funds so we may donate to to help young people with Mental Health difficulties https://gofund.me/7e06e8cb