Some Facts about Youth Mental Health

Adolescence and early adulthood is a critical time for personal development. It is also the age when three quarters of mental illnesses develop.

The impact of these conditions can have a devastating impact making it particularly difficult for young people to establish their own independence and goals. Yet most of these conditions are very treatable and if caught early most people will make a good recovery.

Recovery can be a slow and frustrating process with setbacks and problems initially may seem insurmountable. However, it is vital to understand that with the right help most people will recover from their conditions and return to a normal fulfilling life. The skills learned through the process of mental health treatment and recovery will stand to you in the future, helping you to recognise the risks of relapse, the best ways of seeking help, and preventing recurrences.

Addressing age appropriate psychological and social factors are essential in rebuilding young people’s lives. The Young Adult Programme aims to help young people to develop the skills necessary for managing their conditions and putting their lives back together again.

Mental Health Conditions

Anxiety
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Psychosis
Schizophrenia
Substance Dependence
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Aspergers
Personality Disorders
Eating Disorders

Mental Health Treatment Options

Medications
Psychological
- Individual
- Group
- Family
Social and Occupational

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The atmosphere of the hospital is very bright, cheerful and friendly. The staff are excellent, uniformly helpful without exception and a credit to the hospital

There is a very good atmosphere at St. Patrick's. Communication is very good between patients and staff and should be maintained on an informal basis. Food is very good and is a very good morale booster for everyone. I would like to thank everyone in St. Patrick's for input and kindness while I have been here

I had 10 unforgettable days with prime quality care and facilities. Most of all, I've met really nice people and hopefully not being wrong made some friends. Good work, keep it up

It was a turning point in my life and a good one. I will always have fond memories of my stay here because the overall feeling was of peace.

Today I'm sad as I leave ye all, but the sadness is one that I like, Because after 8 weeks on the bay, it's time for me to take a hike, thanks to all the nurses and students, to the staff in the kitchen and OT's too, to the lovely ladies who clean the ward, to the doctors where a bond we grew.

The Cleaners kept my room beautifully clean and the Temple Centre was spotless. The staff were so helpful and caring and gave me as much time as I needed. All in all I was very well cared for. Thank you very much

Excellent staff have finally helped me overcome my illness with the correct treatment and also using the recovery psychosis programme which opened my mind to what I suffer from. I have had this for 10 years but now I feel relaxed, free of all fear thanks to the A team. St Pats sets the standard for others to follow.

I do not have a single negative to pass on the time I have spent under the care of the staff of St. Patrick's Hospital other than to say that it varied between very good and exceptional. I came to hospital feeling broken and despairing and leave now feeling renewed and well and looking to the future.

I was most impressed with the care given to my daughter during her stay here. The ambience in the hospital is relaxed and caring. From the cleaners to the nurses, doctors and administrators everybody is on first name terms all working to a common goal of getting people better. Congratulations on a job well done