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Amnesty.ie |
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Amnesty Internationals vision is of a world in which every person enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights standards. Amnesty International undertakes research and action focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of the rights to physical and mental integrity, freedom of conscience and expression, and freedom from discrimination, within the context of its work to promote all human rights. |
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European Disablity Forum |
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EDF is a European umbrella organisation representing more than 50 million disabled people in Europe. Its mission is to ensure full access of disabled citizens to fundamental and human rights through their active involvement in policy development and implementation in the European Union.
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Link to Psychosis study carried out by TCD |
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The aim of the Psychosis Research Group is to identify and investigate risk genes for psychosis, as a means of improving understanding of disease biology and identifying new avenues for treatment.
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European Disabity Forum |
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EDF is a European umbrella organisation representing more than 50 million disabled people in Europe. Its mission is to ensure disabled citizens\' full access to fundamental and human rights through their active involvement in policy development and implementation in the European Union.
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World Federation for Mental Health |
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The World Federation for Mental Health is the only international, multidisciplinary, grassroots advocacy and education organization concerned with all aspects of mental health!
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Feantsa website |
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European Federation of National Organisations Working with the Homeless |
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Irish College of General Practitioners |
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The Irish College General Practitioners (ICGP) is the professional body for general practice in Ireland. The college was founded in 1984 and is based in Lincoln Place, Dublin 2. The college's primary aim is to serve the patient and the general practitioner by encouraging and maintaining the highest standards of general medical practice. It is the representative organisation on education, training and standards in general practice. The college is the recognised body for the accreditation of specialist training in general practice in Ireland.
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TCD Neuropsychiatry Genetics Research Group link |
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Link to Trinity College Dublins Neuropsychiatry Genetics Research Group website |
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Healthhub.ie |
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Healthhub.ie is an online communications network to cater for Health Professional Bodies, Health Professionals and the public. |
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publichealthallianceireland.org |
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The Public Health Alliance(PHAI) is an alliance of non-governmental organisations, statutory bodies, community and voluntary groups, advocacy bodies adn individuals who are committed to work together for a healthier society by improving health and tackling health inequalities. |
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World Psychiatric Association |
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The WPA is concerned with the scientific and ethical advancement of psychiatry and mental health around the world. |
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World Health Organisation |
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The World Health Organisation is the United Nations specialised agency for Health. Established on 7th April 1948, WHOs objective is the attainment of all peoples of the highest possible level of health. |
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Combat Poverty Agency |
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Combat Poverty is the sole national statutory organisation in Ireland dedicated to advising on ways to prevent and eliminate poverty and social exclusion. Established in 1986, we are recognised for our independent and authoritative voice. We believe that more equal and fairer distribution of resources is essential to eliminate poverty.
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Global Alliance of Mental Illness Advocacy Networks |
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GAMIAN is a not-for-profit international organization. It is a nonpolitical and nonsectarian network of organizations and individuals concerned about mental health. Acting as a community, the members of GAMIAN are committed to the empowerment of consumers to seek appropriate professional healthcare treatment for mental illness without fear of social stigma and with the recognition that such appropriate treatment will improve the quality of life of patients, their families, and their communities. GAMIAN is committed to promoting awareness of the constantly evolving knowledge about the causes, consequences, and treatments of mental illness. |
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Bodywhys website |
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Bodywhys is the Irish National Charity, which offers help, support and understanding for people with eating disorders, their families and friends.
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Sane website |
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Mission
SANE Australia is a national charity helping people affected by mental illness through:
Campaigns
Education
Research
It was founded in 1986 as Schizophrenia Australia Foundation and adopted SANE Australia as a new business name in 1996. ABN 92 006 533 606
The national office and staff are based in Melbourne, Victoria.
SANE Australia is a Public Benevolent Institution with exemption from income tax and is on the ATO Register of Gift-Deductible Recipients.
The organisation has a Board of Directors. Patrons from all States and Territories also lend important support
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Comhairle Medical Card Report |
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The Medical Card - Affording Health on a Low Income (A Comhairle Social Policy Report October 2004)
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National Advisory Committee on Drugs |
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The National Advisory Committee on Drugs (NACD) was established in response to the drug problem to assist in our continued need to improve our knowledge and understanding of problem drug use. The goal of the NACD is to advise the Government on problem drug use in Ireland in relation to prevalence, prevention consequences and treatment based on our analysis and interpretation of research findings.
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Nutritional Healing.com |
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Welcome to the site of integrative nutritionist Blake Graham, director of Nutritional Healing in Perth, Western Australia. Nutritional Healing specialises in nutritional/environmental therapies for chronic medical conditions. |
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Irish College of Psychiatrists 'Changing Minds' Campaign |
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The results of a national opinion survey on schizophrenia and five other mental disorders were released on October 7. On that day, The Irish Division of Royal College of Psychiatrists, at simultaneous launches in Dublin and Belfast, launched a four-year Campaign to reduce stigma and discrimination. Changing Minds is a collaborative campaign which includes a variety of professional, patient and voluntary groups |
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The Irish College of Psychiatrists |
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The Irish College of Psychiatrists represents the membership and professional interests of over 600 psychiatrists in the Republic of Ireland. One of its aims is to achieve a greater understanding of mental illness in order to overcome fear and prejudice.
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National Youth Council of Ireland |
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This is a portal site focusing on 'all things youth' in Ireland today. Youth.ie is developed and managed by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) - the representative body of Irish youth organisations.
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National Institute of Mental Health |
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Working to improve mental health through biomedical
research on mind, brain, and behavior |
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Focus Ireland |
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Focus Ireland aims to advance the right of people-out-of-home to live in a place they call home through quality services, research, and advocacy.
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Rehink.org |
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Rethink is the largest severe mental illness charity in the UK. As of 2nd July 2002 'Rethink' is the new operating name for the 'National Schizophrenia Fellowship'.
We are dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by severe mental illness, whether they have a condition themselves, care for others who do, or are professionals or volunteers working in the mental health field.
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Aware.ie |
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Aware is a voluntary organization formed in 1985 by a group of interested patients, relatives and mental health professionals, whose aims are to assist that section of the population who are directly affected by depression.
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Mental Health Commision Website |
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The Mental Health Commission is an independent statutory body established under the Mental Health Act, 2001. The fundamental principles guiding the Commission in the implementation of its statutory obligations are the promotion of quality in the delivery of mental health services, the promotion of the interests of all persons availing of mental health services and the protection of interests of persons involuntarily admitted under the provision of the Mental Health Act, 2001.
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Mental Health Policy |
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The Expert Group on Mental Health Policy was established, in August 2003 to prepare a new national policy framework for the mental health services, updating the 1984 policy document Planning for the Future. |
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Irish Association of Social Workers |
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The Irish Association of Social Workers (IASW) was founded in 1971. It is the national organisation of professional social workers in the
Republic of Ireland.
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Evidence and Research - WHO |
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Evidence and Research information from the WHO. |
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www.psych.org |
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The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society recognized world-wide. Its over 35,000 U.S. and international member physicians work together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorder, including mental retardation and substance-related disorders. |
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www.mentalhealth.org.uk |
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The Mental Health Foundation exists to help people survive, recover from and prevent mental health problems.
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www.mentality.org.uk |
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mentality is the first national team dedicated solely to the promotion of mental health.
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www.ias.ie |
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Irish Association of Suicidology |
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www.psychology.org.au/ |
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The Australian Psychological Society (APS) is the largest professional association for psychologists in Australia, representing more than 14,600 members.
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www.samhsa.gov |
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United States Department of Health and Human Services |
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www.emhf.org |
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The European Mens Health Forum |
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www.gip-global.org |
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Global Initiative on Psychiatry is an international nonprofit organization registered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands |
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www.menshealthforum.org.uk |
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News, info, events and discussion on all aspects of men's health policy
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www.malehealth.co.uk |
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fast, free independent health information on all subjects for men of all ages from the Men's Health Forum (England and Wales).
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www.nmha.org/ |
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American National Mental Health Association |
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www.4women.gov |
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The American National Womens Health Information Website |
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www.youngminds.org.uk |
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YoungMinds (uk) is the national charity committed to improving the mental health of all children and young people.
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www.healthpromotion.ie |
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Since its establishment in 1988 the Health Promotion Unit has been concerned on the one hand with policy development, research and evaluation, and on the other hand, with raising awareness of lifestyle issues through multi-media information campaigns and the development of materials for the public. |
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Health Research Board (Ireland) |
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The Health Research Board's mission is to improve health through research and information. We believe that research and information improve health, combat disease, reduce disability and enhance the quality and equity of healthcare in Ireland. |
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www.iepa.org.au |
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The International Early Psychosis Association (IEPA) is an international network for people involved in the study and treatment of early psychosis. It provides a forum for members around the world who wish to promote and facilitate best practice in education, research and treatment.
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www.schizophrenia-help.com/ |
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To share our experience in treatment which over the past 50 years has illustrated that there is hope even for the most severely regressed person with schizophrenia.
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www.psychlaws.org/BriefingPapers/BP7.htm |
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The Treatment Advocacy Center is a national nonprofit organization working to
eliminate barriers to timely treatment of severe mental illness.
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www.schizophrenia.ca/ |
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Schizophrenia Society of Canada |
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www.janssen-cilag.ie/ |
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We are an award winning research-based pharmaceuticals and healthcare company, |
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www.psychiatry24x7.com/ |
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Round the clock resources for psychiatry |
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www.schizophreniadigest.com |
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Mr. MacPhee was diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1987. After years of struggling with the devastating symptoms of the disease, the Fort Erie, Ontario resident was able to regain control of his life through medication, family support and other therapies. Recognizing the need for an informative publication, he launched Schizophrenia Digest magazine in March 1994.
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www.mentalhealth.com |
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Since 1995, Internet Mental Health has provided information on mental health free-of-charge. |
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www.schizophreniacongress.org |
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The INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON SCHIZOPHRENIA RESEARCH is a biennial meeting where scientists representing the broad range of disciplines involved with discovery in schizophrenia gather to exchange data, techniques, and ideas. |
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www.beyondblue.org.au |
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beyondblue is a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders in Australia.
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www.chooselife.net |
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Choose Life is a 10 year plan aimed at reducing suicides in Scotland by 20% by 2013. |
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www.pendulum.org |
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Manic Depression is a highly disruptive and sometimes deadly brain disorder. Since 1994, Pendulum Resources has been the web's premier consumer resource for information on Manic Depression and Bipolar Disorder.
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www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/PatientResAllCateg/Schizophrenia?OpenDocument |
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The latest medical news and information for patients or friends/parents of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia |
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www.schizophreniabulletin.oxfordjournals.org/ |
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Schizophrenia Bulletin seeks to review recent developments and empirically based hypotheses regarding the etiology and treatment of schizophrenia. |
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Institute of Public Health In Ireland |
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The Institute of Public Health, funded by the Department of Health and Social Services and Public Safety in Northern Ireland and the Department of Health and Children in the Republic of Ireland, was established in 1999 to promote co-operation for public health on the island of Ireland. |
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Suicide Prevention - Irish College of General Practitioners |
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The Irish College General Practitioners (ICGP) is the professional body for general practice in Ireland |
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www.ec.europa.eu/health-eu/health_problems/mental_health/index_en.htm |
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The Health-EU Portal is directed at those who want to keep informed about issues affecting their health, and at those who wish to keep up to date with policies and decisions taken at European, national and international level. |
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www.isps.org |
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Website for the International society for the psychological treatment of the Schizophrenias and other psychoses |
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Irish Mental Health Coalition |
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The Irish Mental Health Coalition campaigns for improved and prioritised mental health services in Ireland. Our campaign aims to increase the pressure on those with the power to improve mental health services. |
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