Addiction
on 01 Sep 2021
The sinister side of athleticism
The Olympic Games brought to light the mental health struggles of some of the athletes and the strain that trying to achieve at that level can put on a person. Writes psychotherapist Enda Murphy
Ask Miriam on 30 Jun 2021
Dear Miriam: My daughter’s addicted to exercise
Dear Miriam, my daughter’s addicted to exercise and I don’t know what to do
Contributor on 30 Jun 2021
Mental Health: Alcoholic parent, anxious child
Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional families (ACOA) is the reason behind most anxiety and depression that you’ve never heard of, Writes Psychotherapist Enda Murphy.
Contributor on 17 Mar 2021
Book reviews: Irish Country Living recommends
The staff at the Irish Farmers Journal have compiled some books that have impressed them over the past few years. Why not add some to your reading list?
Contributor on 06 Jun 2020
The games have stopped, but the gambling hasn’t
Now the fastest growing addiction in Ireland, psychologist Enda Murphy shares how to cope with a gambling problem during lockdown
Contributor on 03 Jun 2020
The games have stopped, but the gambling hasn’t
Now the fastest growing addiction in Ireland, psychologist Enda Murphy shares how to cope with a gambling problem during lockdown
Margaret Hawkins on 26 Feb 2020
Quitting smoking: try and try again
In the past five years, 165,000 people have successfully given up smoking in Ireland. Margaret Hawkins hears from Martina Blake of the HSE about how continuing to try quitting is key and from a Donegal woman who is glad she has finally quit
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 29 Jan 2020
‘I was taking cocaine on the farm just to stay awake’
One dairy farmer discusses his battle with cocaine addiction and the road to recovery with Hannah Quinn-Mulligan
Ask Miriam on 06 Feb 2019
'Living with addiction can tear you apart'
Dear Miriam, my advice to anybody living with a loved one with addiction is to let go
Ask Miriam on 09 Jan 2019
My husband is an alcoholic; but how can I look after myself?
Dear Miriam, my husband is an alcoholic, but I would love advice on how to look after myself
on 10 Oct 2018
Dealing with drugs - a guide for concerned parents
With 19% of Irish 16-year-olds having used cannabis, Irene Bermingham asks Dr Bobby Smyth from the HSE's adolescent addiction service for his advice for concerned parents.
Ask Miriam on 01 Aug 2018
My husband’s binge-drinking turns every occasion into a nightmare
Dear Miriam, my husband’s binge-drinking turns every occasion into a nightmare. I don't know how to handle it.
Damien O'Reilly on 28 Feb 2018
Be fair, be inquisitive, be informative
When it comes to public service broadcasting it is crystal clear our remit in terms of objectivity and fairness, writes Damien O'Reilly. One thing is sure, you don't get into journalism for popularity
Damien O'Reilly on 21 Feb 2018
How much damage is our smartphone addiction causing?
What I would love to know is how do people get the time to farm, eat, sleep, read, and interact with their family if their head is always buried in the phone?
Damien O'Reilly on 24 Jan 2018
Gambling is a slippery slope
As we know every gambling addiction begins with one small bet, writes Damien O'Reilly. From there it's a slippery slope to lying and stealing to fund the addiction.
Contributor on 26 Oct 2016
Celebrating 50 years at Cuan Mhuire with Sr Consilio
As Cuan Mhuire celebrates 50 years of caring for those battling addiction, Louise Roseingrave meets inspirational founder, Sr Consilio.
Margaret Hawkins on 28 Sep 2016
A route to recovery with Life Ring
Life Ring is a self-help group for people who want to manage their addictions. Margaret Hawkins talks to a man who sought their help for alcohol and drug addiction nine years ago
Margaret Hawkins on 10 Aug 2016
Are you addicted to painkillers?
Taking over-the-counter and prescription painkillers for more than three days may result in inadvertent addiction. Margaret Hawkins talks to a pharmacist about why we should be wary of these tablets.
Contributor on 11 Mar 2015
Fiona Hoban: Acknowledging pain
We need to first acknowledge pain before seeking or offering any advice or explanation, advises Fiona Hoban.
Margaret Hawkins on 17 Sep 2014
Gambling with your life
A gambling addiction can have devastating consequences. Margaret Hawkins speaks to two men who have turned there lives around thanks to Gamblers Anonymous.