Ireland's largest, independent, non-profit #mentalhealth service provider. Get in touch: call 01 249 3200 or email info@stpatricks.ie (RCN:20000370)
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In light of extremely concerning recent developments, St Patrick’s Mental Health Services is no longer active on X as of 9 January 2026.
In line with our human rights-based ethos, we recognise we can no longer be present on this platform. We will be prioritising the use of digital channels that offer a safer and more consistent user experience.
You can reach us online at:
Facebook:
@StPatricksMHS
Instagram: @stpatricksmentalhealthservices
YouTube: @StPatricksMentalHealthServices
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⭐ Sending our friends and followers best wishes for 2026.
We look forward to continuing to provide the highest quality mental healthcare, to promote mental health and to advocate for the rights of those who experience mental health difficulties throughout this year.
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Thanks to everyone that joined us for our Swift walking tour and visit to @stpatrickscath as part of this years @swift_festival.
Our guests traced Swift’s deep connections to Dublin - from his years as Dean of @stpatrickscath and his advocacy for the poor, to his enduring influence on Irish literature and society.
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📌 Tomorrow from 7pm-8pm.
Teachers and school staff - don't forget to sign up to our free @walkinmyshoes webinar for schools that will discuss understanding anxiety in the classroom setting. The session is designed specifically for teachers and school staff working with young people aged 12–17.
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#EdShare #EdChat
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Explore the legacy of the Gulliver’s Travels author, founder of St Patrick’s Hospital and Dean of the Cathedral.
Join @StPatricks and @stpatrickscath for a Jonathan Swift-themed walking tour and Cathedral visit.
🎟️ Book your place here: stpatricks.ie/media-centre/e…
#SwiftFestival #JonathanSwift #DublinHistory
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Step back into 18th-century Dublin 🕯️Join @StPatricks and @stpatrickscath for a Jonathan Swift-themed walking tour and Cathedral visit.
Explore the legacy of the Gulliver’s Travels author, founder of St Patrick’s Hospital and Dean of the Cathedral.
🎟️ Essential registration: stpatricks.ie/media-centre/e…
#SwiftFestival #JonathanSwift #DublinHistory
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We’re celebrating 20 years of the Service Users and Supporters (SUAS) Council at @StPatricks. Experts by experience, SUAS members bring lived insight to shape our services and champion the service user voice.
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Our Chief Executive Officer, Paul Gilligan, presented an anniversary plaque to Chris Miley, our current SUAS Chair, to mark this incredible milestone and congratulate the Council on its important, impactful work.
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Presentations on the background of SUAS and service user involvement, the Council’s 20 year achievements, and the future of SUAS were delivered to guests today.
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Today, current and former Council members, staff, supporters, and partners of @StPatricks gathered to mark the occasion and reflect on two decades of SUAS’ impact and achievements.
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We’re celebrating the 20th anniversary of our Service Users and Supporters (SUAS) Council. SUAS members - all experts by experience - advocate on behalf of service users to shape and improve the care provided at @StPatricks.
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Thanks to everyone who joined us for Culture Night 2025!
Our guests joined us on a walking tour to learn about Swift’s deep connections to the city; from his time as Dean of St. Patrick’s Cathedral to his advocacy for the poor, and his lasting impact on Irish literature and society. #CultureNight2025 #CultureNightDublin
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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Every life lost impacts so many. Let's break the stigma, recognize the signs, and create safe spaces for conversation. Together, we can make a difference. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone
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“Are we building a much less resilient generation...and is that linked to social media?” asks Sarah McInerney on Drivetime on @@RTERadio1.
Carol McCormack, Clinical Nurse Manager at @StPatricks, joined the programme to discuss findings from a recent @walkinmyshoes survey of guidance counsellors working in secondary schools across Ireland. walkinmyshoes.ie/news/latest…
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🌻 Preparations are at hand for today’s annual Recovery Festival.
The Recovery Festival is our annual celebration of mental health, recovery, wellness, and community. It’s a space where service users, supporters, and staff come together to share experiences, promote mental health, and build an inclusive, supportive environment for everyone. 🌿
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Join us for a walking tour that will explore the streets and stories of 18th-century Dublin through the life and legacy of the founder of St Patrick’s University Hospital, celebrated satirist and author of Gulliver’s Travels, Jonathan Swift.
📆 Friday, 19 September
📍 Dublin 8
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🎫 Limited tickets released Tuesday, 19 August at 10am.
#CultureNight @CultureNightDub
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💬 There’s no shame in struggling.
Opening up about mental health can be difficult - but it’s also powerful. A former service user of St. Patrick's Mental Health Services and mental health advocate Aoife, shares her story of living with depression and anxiety, reminding us that we’re not alone and that recovery is possible.
Let’s keep the conversation going and support one another with compassion and understanding. 💚 stpatricks.ie/media-centre/b…
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📢 Final call for entries!
We’re accepting applications for our one-week Transition Year mental health awareness placement, conducted by clinical staff from @StPatricks, until 5pm tomorrow (Friday, 25 July).
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ℹ️ Mental health difficulties playlist
Our @YouTube playlist has information around preventing relapse, understanding self-stigma, bipolar disorder and more, which may give you a better understanding of mental health.
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👋Meet the Team: Our Service User Engagement Lead
Siobhan Fitzharris, Service User Engagement Lead here at @StPatricks, talks us through her typical working day and how service user participation impacts all we do.
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📱 Feeling the pressure to keep kids constantly entertained? You're not alone. In today’s world of smartphones and streaming, boredom often gets a bad rap — but it’s actually essential for our wellbeing.
Here are some tips to help you and your family maintain balance in the age of “anti-boredom” devices: stpatricks.ie/media-centre/p…
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💬 How to silence the inner critic in your head
In this powerful blog, Paula, a member of our Service User and Supporters Council (SUAS), shares her experience of living with a constant inner critic - a voice that fueled self-doubt, guilt and negative thinking for years.
“They are lies: they have no basis in reality. They are complete fiction”, explains Paula.
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We are Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service, known for providing the highest quality care through our human rights-grounded approach and evidence-driven practice.
Our mission is to support people towards mentally healthy lives, developing the tools needed to overcome difficult situations as they progress on the path to recovery.
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Depression is a common mood disorder which affects how you feel, think and act.
We look at the signs and symptoms, treatments available and ways to seek further supports here: stpatricks.ie/mental-health/…
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Being in the moment can bring us into a new phase of our lives: a former service user shares their experience.
Paula is a member of our Service User and Supporters Council (SUAS). Here, Paula shares with us what being in the present moment and practicing #mindfulness means to her.
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Celebrating the valuable role carers play in journeys of recovery.
Our Service Users and Supporters Council (SUAS) hosted a webinar to celebrate the valuable role of family members, carers and supporters in the recovery journey. The webinar also explored ways in which family members, carers and supporters can be supported in their roles. #CarersWeek2025
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👏 Work with us!
We have opportunities for psychiatric nurses to work in Dublin!
Find out more about our mental health nursing roles and career opportunities here: stpatricks.ie/careers #JobFairy #Careers
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Best of luck to all students that started their state exams today! 📝
Exam season is a stressful time for a lot of students. These wellbeing activities might help you relax and unwind to help recharge your mind and body around your exam and study schedules.
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Watch a series of videos from the team here at St Patrick's Mental Health Services, where we explore mental health.
We cover relapse, dealing with self-stigma, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, successful ageing and more.
Learn more about mental health here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
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💊 Medication safety matters - here’s how to stay informed and safe.
Whether you take medication regularly or occasionally, being informed can make a big difference in your health and well-being. Our Pharmacy team shares important tips for promoting medication safety.
Read more practical advice here: stpatricks.ie/media-centre/b…
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📚 Supporting Your Child's Mental Health During Exams
Exam season can be a challenging time for both students and parents. While academic performance is important, your child's mental well-being is paramount.
Here are some key tips to help support your child during this period: stpatricks.ie/media-centre/p…
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Today is #WorldSchizophreniaDay
Did you know that psychosis affects about three in 100 people? Schizophrenia is diagnosed when symptoms persist for six or more months.
Let's work together to break the stigma and support those that need it.
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#MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma
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Bealtaine Festival brings together people from all over Ireland to foster and inspire creativity among older people and to promote the skills, experiences and exposure that can lead to a rich creative life for all older people.
In this blog post, staff from @StPatricks explore the elements of a well-lived life and how centering our mental health needs can help with optimal functioning: stpatricks.ie/media-centre/b…
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👏Our nurses are at the very core of everything we do - providing compassionate, expert care to our service users, advocating for mental health awareness, and helping to shape a more understanding, inclusive society.
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ℹ️ Mental health difficulties playlist
Our @YouTube playlist has information around preventing relapse, understanding self-stigma, bipolar disorder and more, which may give you a better understanding of mental health.
These short videos are designed to support both families and individuals.
You can watch the full playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
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🎬 Celebrating young voices in mental health awareness! 🌟
Congratulations to all those shortlisted in our @walkinmyshoes campaigns’ Frame of Mind competition. This initiative encourages young people to explore mental health themes through creative storytelling.
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💌 Helping others doesn’t just make the world a better place—it could help boost your mental health too.
Small acts of kindness can reduce stress, build connection, and even improve your mood. 🌟
Read more: stpatricks.ie/media-centre/b…
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🐰 Everyone here at @StPatricks wish you and yours a very happy Easter weekend! We hope this bank holiday brings you time to rest, recharge and reconnect with yourself and others. 💛
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We’re excited to attend today’s Sharing the Vision Mental Health Policy Conference 2025 at Dublin Castle.
We look forward to learning more about the 2025–2027 implementation plan which aims to advance Ireland’s national mental health strategy. #SharingTheVision
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If you have concerns about your mental health, it can often feel overwhelming or isolating. But the biggest change can come from just a single step.
Find out more information about our mental health services below: stpatricks.ie/getting-help #MentalHealthcare
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👋Meet the Team: Our Service User Engagement Lead
Siobhan Fitzharris, Service User Engagement Lead here at @StPatricks, talks us through her typical working day and how service user participation impacts all we do.
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Dr Aoife Durcan, Senior Counselling Psychologist at @StPatricks, has written a book on sensitive children titled, Your Highly Sensitive Child, which focuses on helping children to flourish in an overwhelming world.
The book will be available in most bookshops from 10 April, pre-orders are available here: bit.ly/4i3djuH
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💬 Bipolar disorder is a type of mood disorder which affects about one in 50 adults in Ireland.
What can families do when a loved one is going through it? Hear more from Sean Lonergan from our Bipolar Education Programme:
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📅 Today is Hospital Pharmacy Day, a day to celebrate the work by hospital pharmacies. Hospital pharmacies are an essential force to ensure the correct functioning of healthcare systems by ensuring timely access to appropriate and safe medication.
Our dedicated team of pharmacists work with other mental health professionals to promote the safe and effective use of medicines if they have been recommended to help manage your mental health symptoms and support your recovery.
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#HospitalPharmacyDay #Pharmacy #MentalHealthcare #MentalHealth #CompassionInCare #MentalHealthAwareness #NoStigma
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This video shares some useful information about our pharmacy team and services, and gives some guidance on the safe use of medication - view their advice here: youtube.com/watch?v=9fTMEZW0…
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📅 Today is #hospitalpharmacyday, a day to celebrate the work by hospital pharmacies.
Hospital pharmacies are an essential force to ensure the correct functioning of healthcare systems by ensuring timely access to appropriate and safe medication.
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[Open Call] @smart_d8 announces Call for Pilots 2025!
Want to trial your innovation's population health #impacts? #SmartD8 will select up to three pilots ready for a real-world environment - to scale.
👉 See more here: smartd8.ie
#SmartD8 #OpenCall #Pilots2025
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☘️ Staff from @StPatricks gathered for a coffee morning last week for an early St Patrick’s Day celebration.
The coffee morning took place across our three campuses and was a fantastic opportunity to meet colleagues from across all our departments.
Everyone from @StPatricks wishes you and yours a safe and enjoyable bank holiday weekend!
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We have recently been contacted by a number of potential job applicants who have been told by recruitment agencies that they have been offered a role with our team, but that there is a charge for taking on the role or placement. (1/)
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📢 Let's make gender equality a reality for all #ForAllWomenAndGirls. A more gender equal world is also a mentally healthier world.
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Staff from @StPatricks presented at this week's @TCD_SNM conference that explored how crises drive innovation in healthcare, advancing the pace of research and changing the landscape of health education. #THEconf2025 #MentalHealthcare
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📚 Today is World Book Day! Our founder, Jonathan Swift, is the author of A Modest Proposal (1729), Gulliver's Travels (1726), and A Tale Of A Tub (1704).
We're delighted to have his writing desk take pride of place in the Boardroom in the historical building at St Patrick’s University Hospital. #WorldBookDay
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📑 Lists aren't just for staying organised - they can help you build confidence, find structure, and celebrate achievements.
Read our latest blog to hear Paula, a former service users experience with making lists. stpatricks.ie/media-centre/b…
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Lá Fhéile Bríde! 🍃 Happy St. Brigid’s Day from all at our Women’s Mental Health Network .
Our Women’s Mental Health Network, established in partnership with the @NWCI, is a network of people and organisations with a committed interest in women’s mental health issues.
Find out about what our network does, how you can join and watch some of our past events here: stpatricks.ie/advocacy/colla…
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Mental health advocate Brent Pope was a recent visitor to St Patrick's University Hospital (SPUH) to celebrate the eighth year of the Anything Goes exhibition, which is currently on display in SPUH.
Brent was joined by staff and service users to celebrate the exhibition that supports creativity and expression through art, especially in the #mentalhealth recovery journey.
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What an inspiring morning! Together, we can continue to raise awareness and advocate for better support for women facing long-term physical health conditions #WomensMentalHealth #BreakingTheStigma @NWCI @ChronicPainIRL
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Robyn addresses the challenges women face around invisible illnesses, especially when it comes to underdiagnosis. #WomensMentalHealth #ChronicPainAwareness
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💛 Robyn Murray from Her Voice Project is sharing her story with endometriosis and the barriers women face including underdiagnosis and its effects on mental health.
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One in three people in Ireland suffer from chronic pain explains Martina - "you do know someone that is suffering with chronic pain".
@ChronicPainIRL #WomensMentalHealth #ChronicPainAwareness
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💪 Meet Martina Phelan, chair of @ChronicPainIRL, sharing her personal journey and the role societal attitudes play in mental health challenges
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🧠Beginning today's event is Dr Clíodhna O’Donovan, Principal Psychology Manager in St Vincent’s University Hospital, discussing the psychological impact of chronic pain and the mind-body connection.
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🌸 We are excited for today’s Women’s Mental Health Network event on the link between long-term physical conditions and mental health @NWCI stpatricks.ie/media-centre/e…
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We're delighed to annouce the launch of St Patrick’s Institutional Repository (SPIRE) - a new online collection of mental health research.
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🧵Ahead of the arrival of #StormEowyn on Friday, 24 January, we wish to advise our service users to follow the guidelines for their areas and not to travel to our services while severe weather warnings are in place.
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Ger Walsh, a member of our Academic Institute Steering Committee, family member and mental health nurse is with us to discuss the crucial role of service users and supporters in research.
Lived experience is a symbol of a life journey and can assist others facing mental health challenges explains Ger. She adds that lived experience can also provide a guiding voice in future research.
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Shane Kirwan, Nurse Practice Development Coordinator here in @StPatricks, presented the evolution and importance of nurse-led research in mental health. Shane highlights the importance of our collaboration and partnerships with other universities around clinical trials and research papers.
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Our opening address is from Professor Paul Fearon, our Medical Director and Director of the Academic Institute. This is a unique research repository he explains. It’s both mental health based and clinically driven – there are real world applications in SPIRE.
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We're welcomed today by Dr Gráinne Donohue, Programme Manager of our Academic Institute. The oldest research paper on SPIRE is from 1889, written by our previous Medical Director, explains Gráinne.
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We’re delighted to welcome guests and speakers to the launch of our new research repository.
SPIRE (St Patrick’s Institutional Repository) is an online collection of over 20 years of #research and over 500 mental health research-related items.
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The family information series from the Social Work team at @StPatricks is a series for families and carers of people living with a mental health difficulty.
Our YouTube playlist compiled the past events and address a wide range of questions and concerns that family members, carers and supporters may have in their support roles. stpatricks.ie/getting-help/c…
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🎤 An evening to remember!
A huge thank you to everyone that joined us for Cistin - our annual @firstfortnight event that celebrates community, connection, and creativity through music and poetry.
This was a night to remind us of the transformative power of art and nurture community spirit.
@ELangfordMusic #dagogohart @LukeClerkin #FirstFortnight25
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This @rtenews report, first broadcast 30 years ago, describes the history behind the founding of @StPatricks back in 1796.
Writer and clergyman Jonathan Swift bequeathed a substantial sum of money in his will for the creation of a hospital in Dublin dedicated to the treatment of people experiencing mental health difficulties.
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We were delighted to welcome singer-songwriter Damien Dempsey to St Patrick's University Hospital (SPUH) this week for a special First Fortnight screening of Love Yourself Today - a documentary that explores grief and finding hope through the healing power of music. #firstfortnight25
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New year, new career goals! We’re hiring mental health nurses for our adult and adolescent services.
If you are a recent nursing graduate, returning to work after a career break, or simply looking for the next step forward in your psychiatric nursing career in 2025, we would love to hear from you! stpatricks.ie/careers
#Jobfairy #Careers #Nursing #MentalHealthNursing #PsychiatricNursing
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⭐ Sending our friends and followers best wishes for 2025.
We look forward to continuing to provide the highest quality mental healthcare, to promote mental health and to advocate for the rights of those who experience mental health difficulties throughout this year.
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We know that inpatient service users who are with us on Christmas Day will be missing their homes and loved ones.
We were delighted to continue our tradition of gifting parcels to help spread some festive cheer to those that were spending Christmas day in our inpatient services.
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Season's greetings from all of us at St. Patrick's Mental Health Services ✨
We thank you for your support throughout 2024 and wish you a peaceful and restful Christmas. Sending best wishes to you and yours this festive season.
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🎄 Service users at St Patrick’s Hospital Lucan were delighted to recieve Christmas cards from children in St Andrew’s National School in Lucan.
Thank you for your creativity and your kindness this festive season. ⭐
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While many of us love Christmas, it can be a difficult time of year for others, for a lot of different reasons.
Mental health specialists from across our team at @StPatricks share tips for dealing with some of the challenges that we can face over the festive season. stpatricks.ie/media-centre/b…
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Findings from @StPatricks latest stigma survey shows nearly 1 in 3 Irish people avoid seeking help for mental health struggles due to shame.
This holiday season, remember to check in on yourself and the wellbeing of those around you.
Visit the link below for a detailed look at the survey results.
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#Mentalhealthstigma #Mentalhealthtreatment #MentalhealthIreland
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