Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 29/09/2026How has the media shaped the use of psilocybin as a treatment? 🎙️IJPM podcast - Psilocybin Reporting in the Media Listen to our latest interview on Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/1fO1... 011
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 02/09/2026🏆The IJPM is now accepting Narrative Medicine articles for publication for the Niall Crumlish Award! Full guidelines here collegeofpsychiatryireland.newsweaver.co.uk/flyer/6egeuw...collegeofpsychiatryireland.newsweaver.co.uk 010
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 31/08/2026📚Book Review Poor: Grit, Survival and the Hope for Family by Katriona O’Sullivan O’Sullivan’s memoir tells a powerful story of growing up with poverty, parental addiction and adversity, and her journey towards education and academic success 📖 Read the review here: www.cambridge.org/core/journal... 010
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 25/08/2026“38% of girls were estimating they spent more than 4 hours on social media” Dr Lorna Staines discusses gender differences in social media use amongst adolescents 🎙️Conversation on Spotify - open.spotify.com/s/riQb2Jn 📖 Article link - www.cambridge.org/core/journal... @irishpsychiatry.bsky.social 010
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 25/08/2026🎙️Dr Lorna Staines discusses gender-based differences in social media use, screen time and gaming in adolescents Listen to the full conversation on Spotify 🎙️ - open.spotify.com/s/riQb2Jn Read the full article on the IJPM website 📖 - www.cambridge.org/core/journal... 010
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 17/07/2026📢 New issue alert! 🧠 Explore the latest psychiatry and mental health research from the IJPM 🔗 Read now - www.cambridge.org/core/journal... 000
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 01/05/2026📢 New Themed Issue Out Now! We’re pleased to share our latest special issue: Implementing the Recovery Approach in Mental Health www.cambridge.org/core/journal... @irishpsychiatry.bsky.socialcambridge.orgLatest issue | Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine | Cambridge CoreIrish Journal of Psychological Medicine 022
Reposted by Irish Journal of Psychological MedicineCollege of Psychiatrists of Ireland @irishpsychiatry.bsky.social · 02/04/2026The latest two-part episode of the IJPM Podcast explores the Recovery approach in Ireland, ahead of the upcoming @ijpm.bsky.social themed issue on Recovery. Listen on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. open.spotify.com/episode/1aOq... 032
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 03/04/2026The latest episode of the IJPM Podcast explores the Recovery approach in Ireland in a two part edition, ahead of the release of the upcoming Recovery Special Issue 🎙️ Episodes available now on Spotify! open.spotify.com/episode/1aOq...open.spotify.comEpisode 6: Recovery (Part 1) 011
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 14/01/2026‘See no evil, hear no evil?’ In this perspective piece, Lyons et al explore the role of psychiatry in exorcism. Read the full article here: www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.orgSee no evil, hear no evil? the role of psychiatry in exorcism | Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine | Cambridge CoreSee no evil, hear no evil? the role of psychiatry in exorcism 012
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 12/01/2026The latest issue of the IJPM is available online! Themes include fresh insights into suicidal behaviours and their impacts, neurodiversity and the neuroscience of compassion. Access the full journal here: www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.org 022
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 08/01/2026📢Reminder that submissions for the special issue on Women's Mental Health close on 30th January! Get your submission in here: www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.orgThemed Issue on Women’s Mental HealthThemed Issue on Women’s Mental Health 011
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 24/12/2025Early data indicate revised rules by the Mental Health Commission were associated with a decline in restrictive practice in approved centres in Ireland. Read the full article here: www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.orgDeclining restrictive practice in approved centres in Ireland: improving quality of care through the adoption of a human rights-based approach | Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine | Cambridge Cor...Declining restrictive practice in approved centres in Ireland: improving quality of care through the adoption of a human rights-based approach 011
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 18/12/2025Episode 5 of the IJPM podcast out now! Dr Seán Crowley sat down with Dr Katrerina Kavalidou, Dr James O'Mahony and Elizabeth Ward to discuss their IJPM article and the broader issue of Traveller mental healthcare. Listen below!👇 open.spotify.com/episode/6E47...open.spotify.comEpisode 5: Traveller Mental Health 011
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 10/12/2025A new study in @ijpm.bsky.social finds social media use, body dissatisfaction and sexting behaviours associated with mental health issues and self-harm in adolescents, particularly in females. Read the full article here 👇 www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.orgAn investigation of gender-based differences in social media use, sexting behaviours and body dissatisfaction as risk factors for poor mental health and self-harm in adolescents: a cross-sectional pop...An investigation of gender-based differences in social media use, sexting behaviours and body dissatisfaction as risk factors for poor mental health and self-harm in adolescents: a cross-sectional pop... 031
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 08/12/2025In this perspective piece Carter et al explore unique psychological challenges facing women with cancer and how gender informed healthcare could better meet the needs of individuals living with cancer in Ireland. www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.orgPsycho-oncology care for women with cancer in Ireland: overview, evidence, and future directions | Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine | Cambridge CorePsycho-oncology care for women with cancer in Ireland: overview, evidence, and future directions 021
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 13/11/2025📢The IJPM is seeking submissions for a special issue on Women's Mental Health. This issue aims to showcase a wide-ranging view of the biological, psychological and social factors affecting the mental health of women. Closing date 30th January 2026! Full details: www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.orgThemed Issue on Women’s Mental HealthThemed Issue on Women’s Mental Health 021
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 05/11/2025Now accepting submissions for cover art! 🎨 031
Reposted by Irish Journal of Psychological MedicineSean Naughton @seannaughton.bsky.social · 09/10/2025New paper out in the Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine: an exploration of a mentalization-based therapy (MBT) introductory group in an Irish community mental health service — examining feasibility, engagement, and clinical relevance in practice. doi.org/10.1017/ipm.... @ijpm.bsky.socialdoi.orgExploration of a mentalization-based treatment introductory group in an Irish community mental health service | Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine | Cambridge CoreExploration of a mentalization-based treatment introductory group in an Irish community mental health service 062
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 06/10/2025We were joined by Dr Chrissy Skelton for our first Bluesky minicast! Dr Skelton discusses her recent article, Adolescence, the manosphere and psychiatry. @chrissyskelton.bsky.social #ijpmpodcast Read the full article here: www.cambridge.org/core/journal... 042
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 15/09/2025The latest episode of the IJPM Podcast explores the topic of gender-sensitive mental healthcare. Dr Sean Crowley sat down with Professor Siobhan McHale and Dr Yvonne Hartnett to discuss their recent article, Providing Gender-Sensitive Mental Healthcare to Address the Specific Needs of Women.open.spotify.comEpisode 4: Gender Sensitive Mental Healthcare 031
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 25/08/2025Hamill and Kelly explored the rates of restrictive practices in adult psychiatry inpatient units in Ireland. They found Ireland had lower rates of restrictive practice than the median internationally. www.cambridge.org/core/journal...cambridge.orgRates of restrictive practices in acute adult inpatient psychiatry units in Ireland | Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine | Cambridge CoreRates of restrictive practices in acute adult inpatient psychiatry units in Ireland 021
Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine @ijpm.bsky.social · 17/07/2025Read the latest issue of the IJPM here! www.cambridge.org/core/journal... This edition explores modernising mental health services, increasing challenges in CAMHS service delivery and features a 4 year longitudinal study on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on patients with mental disorders.cambridge.orgIrish Journal of Psychological Medicine: Volume 42 - Issue 2 | Cambridge CoreCambridge Core - Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine - Volume 42 - Issue 2 041