Why we're offering 4 counselling sessions completely free of charge following an ADHD or ASD diagnosis.

Many children feel anxious about returning to school, leading to school refusal and missed days. Learn the signs of anxiety in kids, why back-to-school transitions can be challenging, and practical tips to help your child cope — from validating their feelings to re-establishing routines and using calming techniques. Discover when professional help, like CBT, may be needed.

Looking for support after an ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, or Dyspraxia diagnosis in Ireland? This guide breaks down the financial benefits, tax reliefs, education supports, and health supports in Ireland—from Disability Allowance and Domiciliary Care to exam accommodations and reduced college points. Learn what you're entitled to and how to apply.

Addiction is treatable. Several types of psychotherapy (talk therapy) help people with addiction gain new perspectives and change their behaviour.

Irish people are always saying‘mind yourself’ or ‘take care’, but what if you're not sure how? Here are four simple things we can do every day to improve our mental health and well-being

Has anyone ever asked you if you have ADHD? Find out which are the most common signs of ADHD.

This quick guide will help you and your child prepare for a psychological educational assessment.

If your worries about the future are spiralling, keeping you on edge, and making it hard to focus, you may have Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

Our BetterCare™ educational Psychologist, Deborah Walsh, breaks down eight factors behind the huge increase in absenteeism, lateness to school, and truancy.

If "fine" is the only response you get from your child, try one of these ten psychology-based conversation starters for kids.

If your young person suffers from anxiety, depression and cognitive difficulties, it may be that school closures, contact restrictions, and curfews contributed to the rise in psychological problems among young people. Teenagers in Ireland experienced two extended school closures – March-June 2020 and December 2020-March 2021 – more than many other European countries.

This May is Mental Health Awareness Month How we treat physical health issues versus mental health issues We hear a lot about physical...

Globally, 1 in 4 people will experience challenges with their mental health at some point. Chances are good that number includes you or...

Taking the first step in finding assistance for your mental health can be difficult — especially if you don't know whether you need a psychiatrist or psychologist.

While everyone’s experience of therapy is a bit different, one moment is practically universal: racking your brain for something to talk...

Wondering whether your child’s struggles could be due to autism? These seven steps help prepare you for your child's autism assessment.

This article is focussed on Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)

The guide explores how social media can exacerbate mental health challenges & provides actionable tips for caregivers.

This blog discusses the role & importance of child & adolescent psychiatry at BetterCare™

This post discusses and highlights key factors of seasonal affective disorder and the impact of winter on our mental health