Suicide is a leading cause of death among construction workers; particularly younger and lower-skilled employees.  Barriers such as stigma, low mental health literacy and traditional masculine norms, hinder help-seeking in this male-dominated sector.  Few mental health interventions are tailored to this context.  This study developed a co-designed, theory-informed training programme to improve mental health literacy, reduce stigma and increase help-seeking among construction workers in Ireland.  Read the journal article at: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/22/8/1306

An event at Queen's University Belfast - on Monday 8th September 2025 (Noon - 3.00pm) - will launch new ARK research commissioned by the Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland.  This study explores how children and young people in Northern Ireland navigate the online world - how they use the internet and social media, the risks they encounter, and how confident they feel in reporting online harms.  Book a place at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/screens-safety-and-social-media-what-young-people-in-ni-are-telling-us-tickets-1470155377309

During Men's Health Week in June each year, there is a huge amount of local activity across the whole island of Ireland.  To get a flavour of what this can look like, check out this infographic overview prepared by HSE staff in the West of Ireland: https://mhfi.org/MHW2025-west.pdf

RoI Minister, Mary Butler, recently launched 'navigator' - a new digital signposting tool developed by spunout in collaboration with the Department of Health and the HSE.  Designed for young people aged 14 to 34 years, navigator offers anonymous, personalised access to mental health resources and services.  This mobile-first platform helps users overcome barriers like stigma and fragmented service access.  By answering three short questions, users receive tailored results, including expert-approved apps, articles, podcasts and direct links to 24/7 support via spunout’s Text About It service.  Find out more at: https://spunout.ie/navigator

Let’s Talk About Suicide - a free, 60 minute online programme - is available to provide people with the knowledge and confidence to have a conversation with someone they are concerned about.  It aims to provide users with a sense of hope, and reassurance that suicide prevention is possible.  This programme uses a mix of guided online content, video and interactive questions.  Participants can pause and recommence the programme at their own convenience.  On average, the programme will take 60 minutes to complete, but participants can work at their own pace.  Get started at: https://traininghub.nosp.ie 

Are you looking for a selection of carefully curated mental health and wellbeing apps that offer valuable self-help resources and tools which can be a good source of information and advice at a time when you might need it? …  If so, check out: https://apps4healthcareni.hscni.net/en-GB/adult-mental-health-and-wellbeing 

Fresh findings have been released from the landmark ‘Being LGBTQI+ in Ireland’ study, offering vital perspectives on mental health and wellbeing within the LGBTQI+ community.  Two newly published sub-reports focus on Wellbeing and Mental Health in the Older LGBTQI+ Population in Ireland, and Mental Health in the Irish LGBTQI+ Population with Disabilities.  Read more and access the new reports at: https://www.belongto.org/support-our-work/advocacy/lgbtq-research

HSE Mental Health and Wellbeing, in partnership with HSE Psychology, are delighted to present the Balancing Stress programme.  This free online programme is designed to help people manage stress in their everyday lives using practical, evidence-based tools and exercises.  The programme is designed for adults aged 18+ years, and consists of six 35 minute sessions which cover topics including managing worry, managing anxiety, managing low mood and depression, understanding relationships and stress.  You can access the programme at: https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/self-help/balancing-stress