Information
ADHD motivation difficulties: tips for getting started
Find practical strategies for managing ADHD motivation difficulties, including how to start and stay on track with tasks.
ADHD time blindness: tips for tracking time
Learn practical tips for managing time and reducing stress with ADHD, including planning, prioritising, and breaking tasks down into steps.
How can I get an ADHD assessment?
Find step-by-step information on how to access an ADHD assessment, whether you're under or over 18, and what to expect during the process.
How to cope with ADHD communication difficulties
Find tips for managing communication difficulties with ADHD, from scheduling difficult conversations to regulating emotions and respecting your own strengths.
What are my ADHD treatment options?
A guide to the different types of medications and therapies available, including practical lifestyle changes to help manage symptoms of ADHD.
What is ADHD?
Find out about the symptoms, causes, and types of ADHD. Learn more about diagnosis and the impact ADHD symptoms can have on daily life.
What supports can I access after a late ADHD diagnosis?
Learn more about why ADHD might be missed in childhood and the supports available for adults with ADHD in work, education, and at home.
Real life stories
Embracing my life as a Black Irish LGBTQAI+ Teen with ADHD
Bel shares how life's ups and downs taught them about identity, resilience, and support.
How my undiagnosed ADHD led to burnout
Emma's journey to finally receiving an ADHD diagnosis at 24 helped shed light on how ADHD symptoms contributed to burnout.
What losing rugby and finding my ADHD diagnosis taught me
Rory shares his journey of injury recovery, ADHD diagnosis, and grief, highlighting resilience, support, and the lessons he learned along the way.
ADHD Ireland
ADHD Ireland provides support and services for people with ADHD & those who support them, including support groups, courses &...
Curam Counselling Services
Family and Community Centre offering supports and services to individuals, families and groups in the local community e.g. Low cost...
DARE: Disability Access Route to Education
The Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) is a college and university admissions scheme which offers college places on a...
HSE Find a GP
The HSE's 'Find a GP' can help you get contact information for GPs in your area. If you are having...
HSE National Counselling Service
The National Counselling Service (NCS) provides free counselling to people age 18 or older who experienced childhood abuse or neglect....
HSE Your Mental Health
HSE Mental Health Supports provide a list of mental health supports, phone lines, services, apps and more for those dealing...
Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP)
IACP provides a directory of therapists that provide their paid services across Ireland.
Jigsaw
Jigsaw is a nationwide charity that offers free therapy to young people between the age of 12-25, as well as...
Jigsaw Cork
Jigsaw Cork provides a free and confidential service for young people in Cork City and County between the ages of...
Jigsaw Donegal
Jigsaw Donegal provides a free and confidential service for young people between 12 and 25 years old. Jigsaw aims to...
Jigsaw Dublin 15
Jigsaw Dublin 15 provides a free and confidential service for young people between 12 and 25 years old. Jigsaw aims...
Jigsaw Dublin City
Jigsaw Dublin City provides a free and confidential service for young people between 12 and 25 years old. Jigsaw aims...
Jigsaw Dublin South-West
Jigsaw Dublin South West provides a free and confidential service for young people between 12 and 25 years old. Jigsaw...
Jigsaw Galway
Jigsaw Galway supports young people with their mental health by providing early intervention supports. This free one-to-one service is provided...
Jigsaw Kerry
Jigsaw supports young people (12-25 years) with their mental health by providing early intervention supports. This free one-to-one service is...
Jigsaw Meath
Jigsaw supports young people with their mental health by providing early intervention supports. This free one-to-one service is provided by...
Jigsaw North Fingal
Jigsaw North Fingal provides a free and confidential service for young people between 12 and 25 years old. Jigsaw aims...
Jigsaw Offaly
Jigsaw is a national organisation that aims to promote the mental health of young people. Jigsaw provides a free and...
Jigsaw Roscommon
Jigsaw is a national organisation that aims to promote the mental health of young people. Jigsaw provides a free and...
Jigsaw Tipperary
Jigsaw is a nationwide charity that offers free therapy to young people between the age of 12-25, as well as...
Jigsaw Wicklow
Jigsaw Wicklow provides a free and confidential service for young people in county Wicklow between 12 and 25 years old....
Local counselling services
A range of local, community-based services providing affordable professional counselling to children and adolescents, adults or both. Available in: Dublin...
MyMind
MyMind provides professional counselling and psychotherapy, face-to-face or online, without waiting lists or need to referral. Face-to-face appointments are available...
Pieta
Pieta provides emergency 24/7 text and phone line, online or in-person counselling and wider supports for those at risk of...
Pieta Balbriggan
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Ballina
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Ballyfermot
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Belong To
Pieta provides free crisis counselling services within BelongTo Youth Services in Dublin City Centre and across Ireland for young people...
Pieta Blakestown & Mountview Youth Initiative
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Carrickmacross
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Cavan
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Clones
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Cork
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Dublin South
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Galway
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Louth
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Midwest
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Monaghan
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Northwest
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Roscrea
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Sligo
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta South East
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Swords
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Virginia
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta West
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta West Cork
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Pieta Wexford
Pieta provide a range of services nationally to people who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, those who engage in self-harm,...
Samaritans
Samaritans provide a 24-hour freephone number for anyone experiencing difficulty or who needs to talk. They also have branches located...
Text About It
Text About It is a free, anonymous, 24/7 messaging service providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support for...
Traveller Counselling Service
The Traveller Counselling Service provide a free independent culturally appropriate counselling service which is specially set up for Travellers aged...
Turn2Me
Turn2Me provides an online 3 tiered approach to supporting mental well-being to people aged 18 years and over. It includes...
Books, podcasts, and apps
ADHD Ireland app
ADHD Ireland's app provides reliable information on adhd including diagnosis, supports, and self-help techniques.
Let’s Chat – ADHD
This podcast from adhd Ireland will help you understand, learn and explore more around the topic of adhd.
Living with dyspraxia : a guide for adults with developmental dyspraxia
Living with Dyspraxia is a practical guide for adults with developmental dyspraxia, offering strategies, support, and insights to navigate daily challenges and improve confidence and well-being.
Making dyslexia work for you
Making Dyslexia Work for You by Vicki Goodwin offers practical strategies, advice, and support to help individuals with dyslexia navigate challenges, build confidence, and succeed in daily life.
NeuroQueer
In this booklet, you’ll find real stories from queer neurodivergent people in Ireland, alongside practical tools, myth-busting, and places to find support.
The adult autism assessment handbook : a neurodiversity affirmative approach
The Adult Autism Assessment Handbook offers a neurodiversity-affirmative approach to diagnosing autism in adults, providing practical guidance for clinicians and support for autistic individuals.
The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook by Martha Davis, Elizabeth Robbins Eshelman, and Matthew McKay offers practical techniques to manage stress, relax, and improve overall well-being.
Where is my mind?
Where is my mind? is a podcast hosted by Niall Breslin exploring how we can better look after our heads and our hearts.
Activities
54321 Grounding Technique
Grounding is a quick, easy way to refocus on the present moment by using your senses or simple mental exercises. Learn how to use grounding exercises to reduce stress in the moment.
Deep Breathing Exercise
Deep breathing helps reduce stress, lower blood pressure, improve focus, and promote relaxation by increasing oxygen flow and calming the nervous system.
Guided Mindful Meditation
Mindfulness meditation can help boost your mood, combat stress and improve your wellbeing. Take 5 minutes for yourself today and practice self-care with this guided meditation.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique
Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a technique that involves tensing and relaxing muscle groups to reduce stress, improve relaxation, and ease tension.
Build new coping strategies
Coping strategies are ways we deal with stress, emotions and difficult situations. You can use this simple exercise to take stock of the tools you use to cope.
Build your emotional awareness
Our feelings can be confusing sometimes. This 3-step exercise can help you to recognise, understand, and make sense of your emotions.
GP checklist
If you’re looking for professional mental health support, your GP will often be the first person you talk to.
