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3 tips to support a friend in a toxic relationship
If you are worried about a friend's relationship, letting them know that you are there for them if they need help and listening to their problems can help show them support.
6 tips for active listening
Based on the Samaritans guidelines for active listening, SpunOut.ie presents 6 easy tips on how to actively listen, and support a friend or loved one while helping them thorough a tough time.
7 tips for building a healthy relationship
Find information on how to build a healthy relationship, including tips on respect, consent, and spending time apart.
Am I in a healthy relationship?
Learn how to recognise healthy vs. unhealthy relationships and the mental health effects. Get tips on setting boundaries, communication, and when to walk away.
Consent in porn vs real life
If you have watched porn, you may have noticed that consent does not feature in the videos. It is important to remember that what is shown in porn is not how sex should be in real life. In all circumstances where we are intimate with someone consent needs to be established first.
Dealing with conflicts and fights in relationships
Conflicts are natural in relationships, but learning to resolve them is important. Find out ways to address conflict honestly and respectfully.
Dealing with feelings of shame around sex
Talking about sex isn't always easy. But sex is not something to be ashamed of, so long as it's consensual. There are a number of cultural and social reasons why someone might view sex or sexuality in a negative way.
Do you have to report sexual violence to the Gardai?
Experts tell us if you have to report sexual violence or harassment to the Gardaà in Ireland.
Emotional abuse: Here’s what you need to know
Emotional abuse is when someone hurts or controls you through fear, humiliation, or manipulation. Learn how to recognise it and where to get support.
How to get the most out of online dating apps
Whether you are looking for love or something more casual, there are plenty of dating apps to choose from. Having an idea of what you would like can help you pick the right one for you.
How to get your parents to treat you like an adult
Find tips on building a rewarding adult relationship with a parent or guardian.
How to have difficult conversations
Get practical tips for having difficult conversations with honesty and respect. Learn how to choose the right time, listen actively, and regulate your emotions.
How to respond to sexual violence online
We chatted to experts about some practical ways to respond and reply to sexual violence and inappropriate jokes online or in a group chat.
Information for young people living in care
Learn about the different types of foster care and what it's like to live in care.
Is my sex drive normal?
In porn, people always seem to be up for sex, but this is not realistic. There is no "normal" amount to want to have sex and many different things can impact your sex drive like having a new partner, stress, previous sexual experiences and your gender and sexuality.
Knowing the signs of neglect
Neglect is when person responsible for someone's care fails to meet their basic needs. Learn the signs, how to get help, and where to find support.
Pleasure in porn vs real life
A lot of porn is made for men and by men. In real life, sex should be comfortable and pleasurable for all involved.
Sexual respect and consent
Learn about respect for yourself and for your partner in any sexual relationship.
Supporting someone who has experienced sexual violence
Find practical advice on how to support someone who has experienced sexual violence, from active listening to connecting them to appropriate services.
Talking about consent in a relationship
Talking about consent is essential in any sexual relationship. Learn how to communicate openly about sexual needs and respect each other's decisions.
Talking to family members about their online use
Find tips on how to respond when a family member behaves in ways that make us feel uncomfortable online.
Types of sexual violence that you might not have heard of
We chatted to experts about some lesser known kinds of sexual violence.
What are my rights as a young adopted person?
Learn more about the different types of adoptions and different reasons why people are adopted.
What are the different types of abuse?
Learn about different types of abuseâphysical, emotional, sexual, and digitalâand find out where to get support if you are experiencing abuse.
What are the different types of bullying?
Understand the six types of bullying, including verbal, physical, and cyberbullying, and the impact bullying can have on the people affected.
What are the supports available in Ireland for sexual violence?
We chatted to experts about what supports are there in Ireland for anyone who has experienced sexual violence or harassment.
What can I do if I’m being bullied?
Bullying can take many forms and affect anyone, but there is support available. Learn how to identify bullying and the steps to take to stop it and find help.
What counts as sexual violence?
We chatted to experts about what exactly counts as sexual violence, and how to know it when you see it.
What do you so when you see bullying online?
Sometimes it's hard to know what to do when someone's being bullied online. Here are some tips help others.
What effect does sexual violence have on someone?
We chatted to experts about what effect sexual violence can have on someone.
What happens if my parents split up
Learn more about your rights as a young person if your parents split up.
What is domestic violence?
Learn about domestic violence, who it can affect and how, as well as what Irish law says about coercive control. Find safe ways to access support.
What is sexual violence?
Find out about the types of sexual violence, what to do if you have experienced sexual violence, and how to access support.
What to do if you are the bully
Learn how to stop bullying others by understanding why it happens, putting yourself in others' shoes, and finding appropriate support.
What to do if you have been sexually assaulted
Support is available for anyone who has experienced sexual assault. Learn about resources, reporting options, and how to heal in a safe, confidential environment.
Real life stories
6 ways to support someone who has been sexually assaulted
With one in five women experiencing sexual assault, Eimear Clogher shares six of ways you can support a survivor of sexual assault.
Caring for a sick parent
A contributor shares their experience of what it was like to care for their ill mother.
College life when your roommates are your parents
While living at home during college, Nicola gives some advice on how to make the most of it.
Dealing with the grief of a parent leaving
After her father left, it took time for this spunout contributor to realise that she was going through a grieving process.
How I communicate with my partner about contraception
This spunout contributor shares why its important to talk about contraception with your partner to keep track of your sexual health.
How I dealt with the loss of a parent at a young age
Maisie talks about her journey with grief and what she has learned about self-care and self-awareness
How I found ways to deal with a difficult start to secondary school
Alice shares how they learned to speak up and seek help on their mental health journey while starting secondary school during a pandemic.
How I reached out for help after years of bullying
Having been bullied in school, Joyce talks about the turning point and getting help from her family. Read more here.
How to combat a family member’s casual fatphobia
A spunout contributor defines what fatphobia is and how they've dealt with fatphobic comments from their family members.
How to support a friend who is grieving
Chloe understands how hard it can be to lose someone. Here are some practical steps you can take to support your grieving friends.
I was in a sexually violent relationship in college â here’s what I think you should know
When sexual violence took place in their relationship, embarrassment prevented them from asking for help. Here's what they now realise.
I was sent unwanted nudes on Snapchat when I was 13
Aisling discusses one of the most common forms of sexual violence - being sent unwanted nudes - and how speaking out can help victims.
Looking after yourself when experiencing emotional abuse
Emotional abuse happens when someone constantly threatens, teases, bullies, humiliates, intimidates, calls you worthless or betrays you.
My advice for a happy and healthy long-distance relationship
Olivia shares some tips on how to maintain a healthy and happy long-distance relationship. Are you willing to put the effort in?
My advice for supporting your LGBTI+ black friends
This writer talks about their friend's experience coming out, and building up their self-confidence and self-esteem
My experience dating someone with anxiety
Jamie shares advice on being there for your partner when you're dating someone with anxiety issues or an anxiety disorder.
My tips for supporting a friend who does not drink
Sometimes people want to go out and not drink, and that's okay. Chloe shares some tips for supporting your sober friends.
Supports when your family doesn’t accept you as LGBTI+
Living with unsupportive people can be really difficult for any LGBTI+ person. Learning to take care of your well-being is so important.
The silent heartbreak of friendship loss
Amy explores how sometimes a friendship, like a romantic love story, may not have a happy ending.
When your parents get divorced
Evelyn shares how they dealt with the difficult experience of their parents' divorce.
Why I decided to come out to my friends and family
Deciding to come out is a big deal for many people so it's important to find the time that's right for you.
Why sports is important to friendships between men
Craig discusses the significance that sports has on societal norms when men form and sustain friendships. Read more here.
Adapt Domestic Abuse Services
ADAPT is one of the largest refuges in the country providing emergency accommodation for women and children who have left...
Adapt Kerry Womens Refuge
Adapt Kerry offers a non-directive and non-judgmental support service to female victims of domestic violence
Amber Women’s Refuge
Amber Women's Refuge provides safe, short-term emergency accommodation and support to women and children seeking refuge from domestic abuse and...
Aoibhneas
Aoibhneas provide a 24-hour professional support, information and referral service as well as safe refuge accommodation to women and children...
Arklow Springboard Family Support Service
Arklow Springboard Family and Support Service are part of the Daughters of Charity Child and Family Service. They use a...
Ascend Domestic Abuse Service
Ascend Domestic Abuse Service provides support, information and court accompaniment to women who have been affected by domestic abuse.
Athlone Midland Rape Crisis Centre
One-to-one counselling, free phone counselling, long or short term counselling for victims of sexual violence/sexual abuse. Available to young people...
Ballymun Regional Youth Resource (BRYR)
Ballymun Regional Youth Resource is a youth organisation that operates in the heart of the Ballymun community, their purpose is...
Barnardos
Barnardos mission is to deliver services and work with families, communities, and partners to transform the lives of vulnerable children...
Barnardos Cork
Barnardos mission is to deliver services and work with families, communities, and partners to transform the lives of vulnerable children...
Barnardos Wexford
Barnardos mission is to deliver services and work with families, communities, and partners to transform the lives of vulnerable children...
Barnardos- Wicklow
Barnardos mission is to deliver services and work with families, communities, and partners to transform the lives of vulnerable children...
Bedford Row Family Project Ltd.
One to one counselling/play therapy/family support for 6-28 yrs. Cost - what someone can afford. Support for families with people...
Belong To
Belong To is the national organisation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) young people aged 14-24 years. Belong To...
Bray Women’s Refuge
Bray Women's Refuge aim to support and assist women and children to recover from the trauma of violence and abuse....
CARI
CARI (Children at Risk in Ireland) provides child-centred therapy for children and adolescents affected by sexual abuse. CARI also provides...
Carlow and South Leinster Rape Crisis and Counselling Centre
One to one counselling for victims of sexual violence/sexual abuse. Available to 14 to 18 year olds. Unlimited sessions. No...
Carlow Women’s Aid
Carlow Women's Aid is a voluntary organisation providing support and nformation for adult women who are experiencing or have experienced...
Carrigaline Family Support Centre
Carrigaline Family Support Centre is in the heart of the community of Carrigaline and serves the town and the community....
Clare Haven Services
Clare Haven Services provide safety, information and support to women and children subjected to Domestic Violence/Abuse in County Clare.
Clarecare
Offers a variety of services to the local community. Provides family support services, parent supports and addiction services. Has locations...
COPE Galway Domestic Abuse Service
COPE provides support in Galway to those who face homelessness, domestic abuse and older people who need social and nutritional...
Cuan Saor Women’s Refuge
Cuan Saor provides refuge accommodation, a 24 hour helpline, support and information (drop-in or by appointment) and counselling to people...
Cuanlee Refuge
Cuanlee is a purpose-built refuge for women and children experiencing domestic abuse. Cuanlee offers crisis accommodation, a 24 hour helpline,...
Domestic Abuse Services Providing Advocacy and Support
Local domestic abuse services providing a range of supports, including advocacy, counselling and court accompaniment. Available in: Domestic Violence Advocacy...
Domestic Abuse Services Providing Emergency Accommodation
Local domestic abuse services providing information, support and safe refuge to women and children experiencing domestic abuse. Available in: Limerick Adapt...
Domestic Violence Advocacy Service Leitrim
Domestic Violence Advocacy Service Domestic Violence Advocacy Service provides accessible, community based services to women who are experiencing or have...
Domestic Violence Advocacy Service Sligo
Domestic Violence Advocacy Service Sligo provides accessible, community based services to women who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence/abuse.
Domestic Violence Response Galway
Domestic Violence Response (DVR) is a Galway City and County based service that supports women impacted by domestic abuse. Our...
Donegal Domestic Violence Services
Donegal Domestic Violence Services works to empower and support women to regain, reclaim and retain control of their lives and...
Donegal Travellers Project
Independent, locally based community development organisation working for and with the Traveller and Roma communities in Donegal. The project supports...
Donegal Women’s Centre
The centre provides domestic abuse trauma counselling & psychotherapy service is delivered in Donegal Women's Centre and outreach centres in...
Drogheda Women’s & Children’s Refuge Centre
Drogheda Women's & Children's Refuge has a 24 hour helpline that provides emotional support and information to women and children...
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre provides counselling, support, information and other resources for people affected by rape and other forms of...
Esker House Domestic Abuse Support Services
Esker House Womens Refuge and Domestic Abuse Support Service provides temporary safe accommodation for women and their children and support...
HSE National Counselling Service
The National Counselling Service (NCS) provides free counselling to people age 18 or older who experienced childhood abuse or neglect....
Jigsaw
Jigsaw is a nationwide charity that offers free therapy to young people between the age of 12-25, as well as...
Kilkenny Rape Crisis Centre (KASA)
KASA offer professional and confidential counselling and support for survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual assault. KASA provides a...
Laois Domestic Abuse Service
Laois Domestic Abuse Service works with women experiencing domestic abuse by providing impartial, confidential support and information as well as...
Lesbian Line
Lesbian Line provides support from female-identified (LGBTQIA+) volunteers that run events, courses & training. Currently all online.
LGBT Ireland
LGBT Ireland provides the National LGBT Helpline, Transgender Family Line, Online Chat Service, Telefriending and Peer Support Groups.
LIFELINE Inishowen
Lifeline (Inishowen) Domestic Violence Service provides a community response offering a first step to support women and children in Inishowen...
Local counselling services
A range of local, community-based services providing affordable professional counselling to children and adolescents, adults or both. Available in: Dublin...
Local services for Travellers
Local services which work from a culturally inclusive framework which respects Traveller culture, identity, values and norms. Available in: Donegal...
Longford Women’s Link
Longford Women's link Domestic Violence Service provides supports to women and children experiencing domestic violence in Co. Longford.
Mayo Women’s Support Services
Emergency Accommodation, Resettlement, Information, Education & Awareness Raising, Programme of Support for children, Children's Services, Support and Information, Court Accompaniment,...
Meath Women’s Refuge & Support Services
Meath Women's Refuge & Support Services include a 24-hour / 365 day a year helpline and refuge accommodation, outreach, counselling,...
Mindspace Mayo
Mindspace Mayo provides free and confidential support in person for young people aged 12-25 in Mayo. To get a referral...
Mná Feasa, Womens Domestic Violence Project
Mná Feasa, Womens Domestic Violence Project provides information and support to women experiencing domestic violence through their helpline, their advocacy...
Move Ireland
MOVE Ireland (Men Overcoming Violence) provides a weekly group process to help men address domestic violence. You can access this...
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...
Nenagh Rape Crisis Centre
One-to-one counselling for victims of sexual violence/sexual abuse. Available to young people from 14 to 18 years of age, both...
Oasis House Women’s Refuge
Oasis House Women's Refuge provides accommodation, support and 24/7 helpline to women and women with children who experience abuse and/or...
Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services
Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services provide support and services for victims of domestic violence and their children at a local...
One in Four
One in Four provides support to adults who have experienced childhood sexual abuse and their families.
OSS Cork
OSS Cork supports people experiencing domestic violence in Cork city and county. At their resource centre people experiencing domestic violence...
Parentline
Parentline is a national, confidential helpline that offers parents support, information and guidance on all aspects of being a parent...
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 BeLonG To Youth Services in Dublin City Centre and across Ireland for young...
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 Kerry
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 Midlands
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,...
Rainbows Programme
The 12 to14-week Rainbows programme supports children and young people up to 18 years of age affected by loss because...
Rape Crisis Helpline
The Rape Crisis Centre helpline offers a free and confidential listening and support service for anyone who has been raped,...
Recovery College South East
The recovery college south east provides educational workshops for people who are experiencing mental health and addiction challenges. The workshops...
Roscommon Safe Link
Roscommon Safe Link offers information, support and counselling to women and men who experience domestic violence now or in the...
Roscommon Women’s Network
Local community project and charity dedicated to supporting women and families throughout Roscommon, especially those most marginalised. Connect with every...
Safe Ireland
Safe Ireland provides a website that lists 38 domestic violence support services that support women and children across Ireland.
Samaritans
Samaritans provide a 24-hour freephone number for anyone experiencing difficulty or who needs to talk.
Saoirse Domestic Violence Services
Saoirse DVS provides support to women experiencing domestic violence in Dublin.
Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU)
SATUs provide information on all your care options if you are over the age of 14 and have been raped...
Sister Sheds
Sister Sheds is a membership organisation that provides a space where women can come together, empower one another, and provide...
Skerries Youth Support Service
Skerries Youth Support Services (SYSS) is a youth-focused community organisation which offers support to local young people and their families...
Sligo Rape Crisis Centre
One-to-one counselling for victims of sexual violence/sexual abuse. Available to young people from 14 to 18 years of age, both...
Solace Café Cork
Solace Café Cork, is a free out of hours mental health service offering peer-support in the community when other services...
Sonas Domestic Abuse
Sonas offers support, refuge and housing to women and children made homeless because of domestic and gender-based violence.
Space from Anxiety programme
The Space from Anxiety programme is run by ISPCC held on the digital platform, SilverCloud and is free for people...
Spirasi
Ireland's National Centre for survivors of torture, Spirasi. Through models of care, training programmes and alliances, Spirasi leads in rehabilitating...
Supporting an Anxious Child or Teen programme
The Supporting An Anxious Child or Teen programme is run by ISPCC and delivered via the SilverCloud platform. The programme...
Switchboard
The Switchboard helpline provides confidential and non-judgmental listening, support and information services for Ireland's LGBTQIA community.
TackleBullying.ie
Tackle Bullying is a national website to counter bullying and cyberbullying for young people, parents and teachers. tacklebullying.ie contains information...
TeenLine
Teenline provides a 24-hour active listening service for young people up to the age of 18 in Ireland.
Text About It
Text About It is a free, anonymous, 24/7 messaging service providing everything from a calming chat to immediate support for...
Tipperary Rape Crisis Centre
One-to-one counselling for victims of sexual violence/sexual abuse. Available to young people over 14 years old, both male and female,...
Too Into You
Too Into You provides information on and support for intimate relationship abuse. They provide an instant messaging support service for...
Waterford Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre
One-to-one counselling for victims of sexual violence/sexual abuse. Available to people aged 14 upwards. No fee - donation based, Support...
We-Consent
We-Consent is a long-term national programme to inform, educate and engage with all members of our society about consent. We-Consent...
We-Speak
We-Speak is a secure, anonymous online platform that aims to empower survivors of sexual violence to safely tell their own...
Wexford Women’s Refuge
Wexford Women's Refuge is a purpose-built emergency accommodation facility offering a 24hour service to women and children experiencing Domestic Violence....
Women’s Aid
Women's Aid provides support to people who have experienced or are experiencing domestic/intimate partner/gendered violence. Available in: Carlow Women's Aid...
Women’s Aid Dundalk
Women's Aid Dundalk is an organisation which believes in the basic rights of women who are, or who have lived...
YANA Cork Domestic Violence Project
Support Service for Women living with the effects of Gender and Sexual based Violence. Providing information, emotional supports, as well...
Young Parents Support Programme
The Young Parents Support Programme (YPSP) is a community-based support service for young parents. YPSP work with young people who...
Your Mental Health information line
The Your Mental Health information line provide information on the mental health supports and services available to you and how...
Books, podcasts, and apps
Assertiveness step by step
Assertiveness Step by Step provides practical techniques to communicate confidently, set boundaries, and express needs effectively, helping readers build self-esteem and improve relationships.
Breaking free: help for survivors of child sexual abuse
Breaking Free offers support and guidance for survivors of child sexual abuse. It provides practical strategies for healing, coping with trauma, and reclaiming control over life.
Brilliant communication skills
Brilliant Communication Skills offers practical tips to improve verbal and non-verbal communication, build rapport, and enhance relationships in personal and professional settings for greater success.
Close to Home podcast
Close to Home is a podcast series from Meath Women's Refuge & Support Services that breaks down the myths and explores the realities around domestic violence in Ireland.
Connections: Conversations worth having
Mental health charity, Suicide or Survive, host a variety of important conversations as they talk to communities about stigma and mental health from the lens of lived experience.
Emotional inheritance: moving beyond the legacy of trauma
Emotional Inheritance explores how trauma is passed down through generations and offers strategies for breaking the cycle, healing emotional wounds, and fostering resilience in future generations.
HSE Health and Wellbeing podcast
The HSE's Health and Wellbeing podcast explores a wide range of health topics with insights on how to manage our own health, access supports and achieve healthy outcomes in our communities.
Mincéirs: Paving the Way
âMincéirs: Paving the Wayâ highlights the unique issues faced by the Traveller community, and encourages individuals to feel empowered and confident in using their voices for change.
myPlan safety app
myPlan safety app is a free web browser app to help with decisions if you, or someone you care about, is experiencing abuse in their intimate relationship. The app offers a toolbox safety strategies and resources to help you create a plan and decide your best path forward.
Out and Proud podcast
The Out and Proud podcast is hosted by Trevor Keegan, who chats with prominent people from the LGBTQIA+ community about how they've embraced their identity and are living their lives Out & Proud.
Overcoming childhood trauma : a self-help guide using cognitive behavioural techniques
Overcoming Childhood Trauma uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help readers heal from past trauma. It offers practical strategies for coping, rebuilding self-esteem, and moving forward.
Overcoming relationship problems : a self-help guide using cognitive behavioural techniques
Overcoming Relationship Problems is a self-help guide using CBT techniques to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
PTSD Coach
PTSD Coach is an app that provides information, tools and support around Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Tellmi: Better Mental Health
Tellmi allows you to share your problems anonymously, and get the help and advice from a supportive community. People share their experiences like struggling with stress, anxiety or depression, having problems with friends, or hurting from a break-up.
The Aoibhneas Podcast
The Aoibhneas Podcast is a podcast that aims to support listeners who may be experiencing domestic abuse or know someone experiencing domestic abuse to understand their rights and provide reassurance.
The Relaxation & 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.
Tozi
Tozi provides tools and resources to help you stay safe online, understand your emotions, and improve your online wellbeing.
Voda: LGBTQIA+ Mental Wellness
The Voda: LGBTQIA+ Mental Wellness app was created by leading LGBTQIA+ psychotherapists, and combines leading psychotherapy expertise to make mental wellbeing support more accessible, inclusive and more intersectional.
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.
Make a difficult conversation starter plan
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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.
