spunout Archives

Drugs
Factsheet

How to cope with a ‘bad trip’ or high when using drugs

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If you or a friend is experiencing a ‘bad trip' you can use this advice to navigate the complex and distressing feelings it may bring up.

Self Care
Factsheet

Looking after yourself during the holidays

Written by: spunout

Practical self-care tips for managing the challenges that come with the holiday season

Voices
Factsheet

spunout’s Island on Fire campaign

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spunout's Island on Fire campaign, designed by spunout volunteers aged 16-25, is a conversation series on climate, climate justice and biodiversity.

Getting Help
Factsheet

What is inpatient mental health treatment?

Written by: spunout

Inpatient care can be an appropriate treatment for people who are facing severe and complex mental health issues, but it can be scary if you don't ...

Getting Help
Factsheet

What to do if you tried therapy for your mental health and it wasn’t helpful

Written by: spunout

Therapy has been hugely helpful for many people, but if you tried therapy and it didn’t work for you, that doesn’t have to be the end of your recov...

Getting Help
Factsheet

How to access counselling or psychotherapy in Ireland

Written by: spunout

Looking to start therapy? Our guide to accessing counselling and psychotherapy can help you take the first step.

Getting Help
Factsheet

What are the different types of mental health medications?

Written by: spunout

We simplify the process of learning about common mental health medications.

Getting Help
Factsheet

Quiz: Do you know your mental health treatment options?

Written by: spunout

Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the types of mental health treatment and how to find the right treatment for you.

Getting Help
Factsheet

How to get mental health treatment in Ireland

Written by: spunout

There are many routes through the healthcare system, it's not one size fits all.

Life
Money
Factsheet

What do we mean by the ‘cost of living’ in Ireland?

Written by: spunout

The phrase ‘cost of living’ often comes up in discussions about how certain workers are paid, the rate of social welfare payments and other factors...