📢 Have you, a friend or family member experience of living with psychosis? Together with @Shineonlineirel, we aim to amplify the voices of those affected by psychosis so that there can be better specialised support & increased funding. Survey here 👇 ow.ly/O25R50RRxI6

Are you an older adult looking to learn more about your mental health? Aware are offering a free online Life Skills programme for older adults. Developed by Dr Chris Williams, a Professor of Psychiatry. Starting July 9th. Learn more and register here: l1nq.com/rK9BT

We just made our very first Instagram post! We're looking back on this year’s wonderful Spring Conference on Diversity, Equality & Inclusion. To see more pics of the day join us on Instagram: tinyurl.com/mrx9ydj4

Consultant Old Age Psychiatrists Drs Joanne Fegan, Mia McLaughlin and Atiqa Rafiq offer some advice on how to maintain health as we age. This video is part of our Tips from Psychiatrists series focusing on old age psychiatry. #ItsAboutPeople youtube.com/watch?v=MRM_Hd…

Today, PSI, along with College of Psychiatrists of Ireland and Irish Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy, has signed a memorandum of understanding renouncing the practice of conversion therapy on the island of Ireland, stating that the practice is unethical and is not supported by evidence.  Read more: bit.ly/MOUCT

Today, the IACP, along with College of Psychiatrists of Ireland and Psychological Society of Ireland, has signed a memorandum of understanding renouncing the practice of conversion therapy on the island of Ireland. 👉Read the full statement at this link: tinyurl.com/3d6x32sx #conversiontherapy

LGBT Ireland welcomes the decision by the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland, the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and the Psychological Society of Ireland to sign a new Memorandum of Understanding on Conversion Therapy on the Island of Ireland.

Prof Paul D'Alton explains on RTE Drivetime that research shows conversion therapy is happening in Ireland and is damaging to individuals. The practice aims to change or suppress sexual orientation or gender identity, causing harm and negative impacts. tinyurl.com/8e264mc2

As part of our current focus on Old Age Psychiatry, this is Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist Dr Atiqa Rafiq discussing the different types of dementia and the importance of early diagnosis. #ItsAboutPeople

'In addition to the profound human costs, social exclusion, and missed life opportunities, the economic burden of mental illness is estimated at approximately US $ 5 trillion annually'. tinyurl.com/3yrc66hp

Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist Dr Mia McLaughlin discusses what a treatment plan for dementia might look like. #ItsAboutPeople

We met the 80 new trainees today who recently started Foundation Year in the College. We wish them the best of luck on their journey towards becoming psychiatrists!

As part of our Tips for Psychiatrists series, Dr Mia McLaughlin talks about the process of assessing for dementia, including ruling out other potential causes. View the full video on our YouTube channel. #ItsAboutPeople

Old Age Psychiatrist Dr Joanne Fegan suggests some changes we can all make to delay cognitive decline as we age. Full length videos from our Tips from Psychiatrists series, currently focusing on Psychiatry of Later Life, is available on our YouTube - link in bio. #ItsAboutPeople

Old Age Psychiatrists Drs Joanne Fegan and Atiqa Rafiq discuss common misconceptions about old age psychiatry, and offer a positive outlook toward treatment and recovery for older patients. View the full Tips from Psychiatrists series on our YouTube. #ItsAboutPeople

The third IJPM podcast is out now! Prof Fiona McNicholas of UCD Medicine & Dr Louise Rooney talk about research into challenges in crisis #mentalhealth care for children & adolescents, where Garda Info involved In conversation with Anne Doherty open.spotify.com/episode/5Vityw…

Old Age Psychiatrist Dr Joanne Fegan offers some thoughtful advice to those considering genetic testing for neurodegenerative diseases. View the entire Tips from Psychiatrists series on our YouTube. #ItsAboutPeople