A Buddhist monk has begun 12 years on a mountain. What can it teach us about the modern mind?
A Buddhist monk has begun 12 years of mountain confinement in Japan. What can this extraordinary practice teach us about meditation, attention and mental…
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AI therapy in Ireland: 61% say they use AI for mental health — but what does the evidence actually show?
AI therapy is booming in Ireland. We examine the 61% survey claim, what research says about ChatGPT for mental health, the risks, benefits and safer ways to…
Stress symptoms: how to recognise stress and what actually helps
Stress symptoms explained: mental, physical and behavioural signs, common causes, practical coping steps and when to seek help in Ireland.
How to improve self-esteem and confidence: what actually helps
How to improve self-esteem and confidence using practical, evidence-based steps, plus HSE support options when low self-worth affects daily life.
Loneliness in Ireland: how common it is and what actually helps
How many people in Ireland feel lonely, who is most affected, what loneliness does to your health, and the steps research shows actually help.
How to stop worrying and overthinking: what the trials actually show
Why worry loops keep going, which techniques have trial evidence behind them, and when persistent worry in Ireland is worth talking to your GP about.