Why people who take medication need to be extra careful in a heatwave
A number of common medications are associated with inhibiting the body’s ability to cope in heat. Temperatures are rising again in Ireland, but while everyone’s trying to make the most of fun in the sun, it’s important to remember that a number of risks come with higher temperatures. As lovely as it is to see […]
1 year ago
Is my teen suffering with anxiety? Here are the signs to look out for
A bit of anxiety from time to time is normal, especially for teenagers who are going through many hormonal changes. When it’s not a common occurrence, a little bit of anxiety can help with motivation at school, in sport and at work. However, if anxious feelings don’t go away they can seriously interfere with a […]
1 year ago
Coping with anxiety during exam season
Exam season is tough on anyone, but for those with anxiety, the challenge multiplies. With the Leaving Cert starting today, teenagers across the country are bound to be nervous. Sitting in a massive hall surrounded by people on all sides can be claustrophobic and daunting. It can feel like everyone is watching, which seriously takes […]
2 years ago
Anxious children in an anxious world: A parents guide to calming the storm of anxiety
In Ireland, it is reported that by the age of thirteen, 1 in 3 children will have experienced some form of mental health difficulty, like anxiety. By age 24, 1 in 2 young adults struggle with their mental health. Mary’s book is therefore very timely. With anxiety high on the list of most common issues, […]
2 years ago
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? This simple trick will help in seconds
Most of us are living hectic, busy lives. Such is the world we live in. And so it’s no wonder then, that it is easy to feel overwhelmed at times. And for some of us, that anxious feeling has been almost ever-present these past two years. Between the pandemic and lockdowns, routines being upended, loneliness […]
4 years ago
Kim Basinger says Alec Baldwin couldn’t deal with daughter Ireland’s mental health issues
“He’s a challenge.” Kim Basinger has said her ex-husband Alec Baldwin was not “emotionally or mentally available” for tough conversations, including those about their daughter Ireland’s struggles with mental health and substance abuse. The Oscar-winning actress sat alongside her daughter for an appearance on Jada Pinkett Smith’s Facebook show, Red Table Talk, during which she […]
4 years ago