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Join RTÉ 2FM’s Dáithí O’Sé Sexy Boots Appeal in support of Walk in My Shoes
Do you want to see legendary presenter Dáithí O’Sé walk in his sexy boots onstage at the Rose of Tralee festival?
Using photographs to promote positive mental health
World Photo Day falls on 19 August. The main aim of World Photo Day is to inspire positive change across the world, connecting people and raising awareness using photography. To mark the day, our Walk in My Shoes (WIMS) Project Manager, Amanda McArdle, shares some insight into our #MindYourSelfie campaign and the power of photos in opening conversations about mental health.
Anxiety 101: What is anxiety and how do I manage it?
Everyone can feel anxious, stressed, worried or fearful at some point in their life. What does it really mean to have anxiety and how can you manage it?
Parenting Advice from Dr Colman Noctor
Dr Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist with St Patrick's Mental Health Services, joined Kathryn Thomas on RTÉ Radio One on 31 July 2019, discussing parenting issues and answering listeners' questions about their children's mental health and wellbeing....
World Friendship Day
World Friendship Day falls on 30 July every year. The day marks the importance of friendship and solidarity in overcoming the many challenges that we can face in our lives. School is one of the places that we build important bonds and friendships which can often last...
Technology can be a force for good when it comes to mental health
A new generation of digital natives incorporates technology into every aspect of their lives, from fitness tracking to streaming. Orla Gogarty, Director of Digital Health at St Patrick's Mental Health Services, explores how new and emerging technologies can be...
About Walk In My Shoes
Established in 2012, Walk In My Shoes is a St Patrick’s Mental Health Services’ awareness and education campaign.
Walk In My Shoes runs initiatives throughout the year to promote positive mental health:
- Mission Possible; School Achievement Awards
- Short Film Competition
- #MindYourSelfie eBooks & School Resources
- Transition Year Programme
What We Do
Support
Our information and support service is manned by mental health professionals, who offer practical advice and direction to people in need of help.
Services
Walk in My Shoes raises awareness of Mental Health through support and information in communities throughout Ireland.
Information
Walk In My Shoes offers free downloadable information packs to schools, colleges, workplaces and individuals
St Patrick’s Mental Health Services
St Patrick’s Mental Health Services is Ireland’s largest, independent, not-for-profit mental health service and aspires to be the recognised leader in:
- the provision of quality mental health care
- the promotion of mental health awareness
- the protection of the rights and integrity of those experiencing mental health difficulties
St Patrick’s Mental Health Services is a registered charity. Charity Registration Number (CRN): CHY 209
Bláthnaid Treacy
Ambassador
Bláthnaid Treacy has been a regular on RTE for several years now, hosting entertainment shows such as Two Tube, The Electric Picnic Show, The EBBA’s, The RTE Choice Music Prize and most recently, the behind the scenes series of Dancing With The Stars; Can’t Stop Dancing. You can also hear her on Friday nights on RTE 2FM counting down the top 30 songs on the National Chart Show.
