Gluten Free Diet
A gluten free diet is followed by individuals with Coeliac Disease. Those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance have adverse reactions when they ingest gluten – a protein found in wheat. These adverse reactions can be extremely uncomfortable and can be detrimental to health therefore it is essential to completely remove gluten from the diet […]
Am I having a panic-attack? (Part one)
Panic-attacks can be a very difficult and scary experience, which can last more than ten minutes. Panic-attacks typically include the following symptoms: racing or pounding heartbeat, chest pains, nausea, dizziness, difficulty breathing, a sense of feeling smothered, tingling or numbness in the hands, hot flushes/chills, trembling and shaking, dreamlike sensations, terror, a sense that something […]
Escalating Obesity Levels in Ireland
Outgoing CEO of the Irish Heart Foundation Michael O’Shea describes the escalating obesity and heart disease rates as a ‘time-bomb’ for our society and our health services. At the moment it is estimated that 24 % of the Irish population are obese and another 37% are overweight which means over two thirds of the Irish […]
Am I Having a Panic Attack? (part 2)
In part one of our Panic Attack blog we discussed some of the symptoms experienced. In this section we cover how to understand what is happening and also some methods by which to manage and help yourself through a panic attack Understanding your panic-attacks and helping yourself The experience of panic-attacks can be very frightening […]
Am I Having a Panic Attack? (Part 3)
Helping yourself with panic-attacks…. Following on from our last two blog entries on panic-attacks (click for part one and part two), our Psychologist, Dr. Austin Bayley, has outlined some more tips for overcoming panic. We discuss some ways to help you move forward and how to deal with episodes of panic. Practice relaxation and mindfulness […]
Are Nuts Healthy?
Nuts are one of the best healthy snacks you can grab to keep you going throughout the day. Unfortunately many people avoid them because they of their high fat content which is a real shame as the extended health benefits of nuts are incredible. Like any food it boils down to portion control. Which nuts […]
Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep
Getting good sleep is an essential part of your mental and physical well-being and functioning. There are a surprising number of non-pharmacological (medication) interventions available. Many need practise, and as with many things in life, different interventions will suit different people. One technique requires the person to restrict the amount of time spent in bed […]
HSE cuts to Coeliacs
Thanks to Michelle Butler our Clinical Manager of Dietetics for writing this post in response to the HSE cuts to Gluten Free products. Ireland has one of the highest prevalence of Coeliac Disease in the world, yet the HSE last week informed all pharmacists that gluten-free products are to be removed from the list of […]
Encouraging Statements: Listen to Your Inner Voice (Part 1)
Today’s blog focuses on creating a positive and realistic ‘ inner voice ’ within ourselves. It is important to take time and effort to sustain and pay attention to our attributes, skills, and humanity. Many of us can tend to be harsh, demanding, and critical with ourselves, which can result in low mood, poor self-acceptance, […]
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – What has Speech and Language Therapy got to do with it??
This blog is written by Karen Gill Our Clinical Lead in Speech and Language Services, it helps explain the Overlap between Language Difficulties and AD(H)D! AD(H)D is defined as a pattern of behavioral symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity that may occur in various combinations; it is diagnosed by Psychiatrists and Clinical Psychologists – so […]
Television and Children – Language Development
This blog was written by Eadaoin Flynn, Speech and Language Therapist explaining how parents can ensure their children are watching the appropriate amount of television for their age as well as the right type of television shows. Recent years have seen an increase in the variety and availability of television for children. It appears that […]
Encouraging Statements: Listening to You Inner Voice (Part 2)
Listening to our Inner Voice is something that we might not do as much as we should do. In the first section of this blog we discussed another list of Encouraging thoughts which can be used to help you feel more positively about yourself. See which of the below statements applies to you: I am […]
Child Development Milestones: 3 years
Do you think about or even worry about your child’s speech and development? Do you know what sounds they should be making at 3 years of age or how they should be interacting with others? Should he or she be speaking full sentences by now? Or asking questions? How many words should be part of […]
Coping with Bedwetting: How to Prevent its Occurrence
How Does Bedwetting Occur? Bedwetting refers to the continued difficulty of a child, over the age of six years old, to control their bladder functioning during the night-time. Most children follow the sequence of developing bowel control by day first, then by night, followed by bladder control by day and then by night. Daytime wetting […]
Helping Your Child Build Self Esteem
Self-esteem is how we feel about and view ourselves. Self-esteem directly impacts on how children behave and feel. Having a realistic and positive view of self is important for a child’s happiness, security, and functioning. A child with good self-esteem will be able to act independently, manage peer pressure, willing to take on new tasks, […]
Child Development Milestones: 4 Years
There are certain developmental milestones and language milestones expected of your child at certain ages. These milestones are marked by how a child speaks, plays, learns and acts in order to give us an idea of their stage of development. You can refer to the below as a rough guide to ensure that your child’s […]
How Can Exercise Help With Depression & Anxiety?
The symptoms of Depression & Anxiety can often be improved when individuals introduce exercise and physical activity into their lives. For people who suffer from depression & anxiety, exercise may be one of the last things on the mind. Exercise can make a huge difference to peoples lives once they get motivated to begin It […]
Child Development Milestones: 5 Years
There are certain developmental milestones and language milestones expected of your child at certain ages. These milestones are marked by how a child speaks, plays, learns and acts in order to give us an idea of their stage of development. You can refer to the below as a rough guide to ensure that your child’s […]
