With new Covid restrictions, people urged to look out for each other’s mental health
The founder of a local mental health support service says it’s vital that the welfare of people remains a top priority as stricter Covid-19 measures are implemented. The Grasp Life Foundation, based in Dromahair, Co Leitrim, says it has experienced a 70% surge in people contacting it. Mary McTernan, of…
Action on social media content ‘long-overdue’
A mental health worker in the region is welcoming what’s being described as a landmark court settlement involving Facebook. The case — the first of its kind in the world — came before the High Court in Belfast. It involved a 14-year old girl who took the legal action over…
Leitrim campaigner says Donald Trump’s language is damaging
A well-known mental health campaigner from Leitrim says Donald Trump is abusing his power through the emotive and often damaging language he uses. Today marks the 1st anniversary of Trump being elected as US President. His language on twitter and in public is now well known. This week alone he…