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Clinical Director Blog
In this monthly blog series, our Clinical Director Dr Susan Brannick, explores and summarises the latest in mental health developments and research. Check back at the end of every month for an updated blog.
Dr Brannick has been working in mental health services since 2007, both in the UK and more recently in general hospital in Ireland. Her areas of specialisms include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness and Compassion based approaches as well as service delivery and innovation.
You can read all of our blogs and news below.
Patient and Public Involvement
We see PPI as a central pillar of research into contemporary understandings in mental health. Find out more about getting involved.
Research Collaborations with Aware
We collaborate on research in depression, bipolar and anxiety with academic partners, clinical services and fellow voluntary organisations.
Connecting for Life Policy Consultation
Aware welcomes this public consultation on Ireland’s next suicide reduction policy. Aware has supported people living with depression, bipolar and related mood conditions for 40
ChatGPT will see you now?
ChatGPT and AI more generally is being used more and more in mental healthcare, primarily in detection of mental health difficulties and more so in assisting in psychotherapy.
My journey to a bipolar disorder diagnosis
Once diagnosed, as awful as it sounds, it was a relief as now I could work with something and focus on understanding it and how to manage it.
When the darkness came to call
This poem is by Siedbh Lonergan about her experience with depression and anxiety
The Gift of Presence: Reflections on Mindfulness, Connection, and the Christmas season
When we are present with ourselves, in our own bodies, in our own minds, we can begin to recognise ourselves.
Depression: Stigma and Getting Help
Depression is often misunderstood, and some studies report that only half of people living with depression seek professional help for it.
Trauma and Mental Health
Our Clinical Director, Dr Susan Brannick, explores trauma’s impact on mental health, particularly within Irish society.
Celebrating 50 Years of Dublin Pride: Reflecting on Progress and Continuing the Fight for LGBTI+ Rights and Mental Health
Read our June Clinical Director blog.
Aware’s older adult research reveals high rates of depression and anxiety
Aware today announced the findings from its recent survey focused on the mental health experiences of older adults in Ireland.
Broadening mental health support
A review of recent reports advocating the need to move beyond a biomedical focused approach and emphasising the importance of recognising the social, psychological and economic determinants of mental health.
Solace Café is now open
The Solace Café is a free out of hours friendly and supportive community space open to anyone from the South County Dublin area requiring mental health support.
Aware’s national survey reveals continued high rates of depression and anxiety
Aware today announced the findings from its national survey looking at the public’s experience and perception of depression and anxiety.
A poem on postnatal depression
A powerful poem from Gemma on her experience of postnatal depression.
Understanding Anxiety
If fear and anxiety allow our survival and are so adaptative, why is anxiety such a problem for so many?
Bipolar disorder: Stigma and awareness
Ahead of World Bipolar Day, this blog explores stigma as one of the most common and challenging social issues that affects people living with bipolar disorder.
Depression recovery and prevention in 2024
What does 2024 hold for us in terms of advancing our understanding of depression recovery as well as prevention?
Managing mental health at Christmas
Navigating Christmas is even harder when trying to manage depression, and this month can be incredibly difficult for many.
The Aware Christmas 5K is back!
Challenge yourself to a 5K at your own pace in support of Aware’s vital mental health services. Lace up your runners and kick off the
Fear and Anxiety
For fear to be enjoyable, researchers found that a ‘sweet spot’ is needed. That is, the right amount of fear.
Mental health is a universal human right
October marks the annual WHO World Mental Health Day on 10th October. This year the theme is ‘Mental health is a universal human right’.