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A one day seminar focusing on understanding how we may have been affected by another’s misuse of alcohol will be held in the Family Centre on Saturday November 12 from 10.30am to 4pm.

Stress, anxiety, worry, difficulty sleeping are common concerns for individuals in today’s society. Amanda Walsh at Northwest Therapy and Hypnosis takes an evidenced-based approach, combining the two most powerful and effective psychological therapies, namely cognitive behavioural therapy and clinical hypnotherapy. This integration, referred to as cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy (CBH), is regarded as one of the most evidence-based therapeutic interventions available today in the field of psychology and psychotherapy. It is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety, stress, panic attacks, and social anxiety.

The annual Mayo Mental Health Association church gate collection will be taken up at all churches in Mayo this weekend, September 3 and 4.

Every year the Family Centre in Chapel Street, Castlebar provide over 60 courses and seminars for the community. The courses are focused on a wide variety of topics. Some courses are light and enjoyable and encourage personal development while others are provided as a support to parents and families to help them cope with the ups and downs of family life. Still others provide support to those who are bereaved or for others who want to explore their faith in a deeper way. At a time when many people are under increased pressure this year there is a particular emphasis on helping people to relax and learn mindfulness which is a skill that can serve us all well, especially at times when we are under pressure.

A new Autism Spectrum Disorder Unit is to be provided at Merlin Woods National School in Doughiska this month.

Turn2me.org, an award winning interactive support community website for people with mental health problems, has seen a significant surge in visitor numbers over the past number of months. The number of people suffering stress, anxiety, and depression has led to a noticeable increase in the demand for this new mental health and wellbeing service.

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More than two in five people in Ireland would not want to know if a loved one was experiencing depression, according to findings in the 2011 Lundbeck Mental Health Barometer. Despite this, 93 per cent of respondents agree that it is important that depression is discussed openly. However when asked if they would find it difficult to discuss depression with their doctor 70 per cent agreed.

The third annual Coast to Coast cycle from Galway to Dublin from Friday to Sunday in aid of St Patrick’s Hospital Foundation aims to raise vital funds to provide greater access to mental healthcare nationwide.

Like most tasks in life, those that are approached in a systematic and professional manner will yield results.