Boston Irish Community Moves Quickly to Attack Alarming Rate of Suicide

Published November 5, 2013

Boston Irish community moves quickly to attack alarming rate of suicide
… agrees that amongst the Irish there is still a stigma attached to mental health problems. He said, “The community in general does not speak openly about mental health issues and not enough seek the help they need.” … Information from the … Read more on IrishCentral

Improve Outcomes For Children And Their Parents: Fund Family-Focused …
A victim of child abuse herself, Lauren had no job, nor friends to whom she could turn for help. She had a history … We could refer Lauren to an adult alcohol treatment center, but many do not provide appropriate childcare or mental health support … Read more on Huffington Post

Take it to the box – 10000 pounds
About five years ago the Northfield Mayor's Task Force on Youth Drugs and Alcohol (MTF) became aware and alarmed about the growing abuse of prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. After alcohol and marijuana, prescription and over-the-counter … Read more on Southernminn.com

Professor to lead NI child abuse inquiry
The continuing police investigation is looking at claims young people were targeted by men and abused after going missing from the homes and at times after being plied with drugs or alcohol. The inquiry panel will include the chief executives of health … Read more on U.TV