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Minister for Mental Health and Older People applauds all those who have embraced 'My Mental Health Plan'
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Minister for Mental Health and Older People, Mary Butler, has welcomed the significant uptake of the Health Service Executive (HSE) 'My Mental Health Plan,' with over 12,000 people now having completed their own personalised mental health plans online, highlighting the growing awareness and proactive approach towards mental health in Ireland.
Minister Butler launched the HSE 'My Mental Health Plan' in May, an online and interactive tool designed to help individuals reflect on their mental health needs and receive personalised advice.
The Minister is encouraging others to take proactive steps in January for their mental health and wellbeing by signing up for 'My Mental Health Plan', aimed at making it easier for people to manage their mental health during this demanding time.
Minister Butler said:
"January can be a particularly challenging month for mental health and emotional wellbeing. As the festive season ends and daily routines resume, many people face personal pressures from new resolutions, financial strains, and increased loneliness.
"Mental health difficulties like ongoing stress, low mood, anxiety and sleep problems are common. People tend to accept them as normal and part of their daily lives and not realise that they are all part of your mental health."
Minister Butler added:
"If you haven’t tried My Mental Health Plan yet, I would encourage you to try it now – it only takes a few minutes and will give you tailored advice from a trusted source. I am really pleased to see that 12,000 people have already completed their own plan, taking a pro-active approach to minding their own mental health."
The HSE and partner organisations offer a range of mental health supports. These include text and phone supports, counselling in person and online, stress control courses, breathing exercises, and much more. For people seeking information on support options, please visit yourmentalhealth.ie or call the HSE Your Mental Health information line on freephone 1800 111 888, any time day or night.
Go to My Mental Health Plan.