Richard Hogan: Supporting mental health of our most vulnerable during pandemic

We must look at our most vulnerable, those who need help, analyse what they need and make sure that they can receive it.

Last Saturday was World Mental Health day. The celebration of maintaining good and sustainable mental health couldn’t have come at a better time. 

Anyone working in the mental health service, over the last number of months, would have been struck by the sheer volume of people seeking therapy. And while all the talk was about the service industry and the road map back to opening, which of course is hugely significant, there has been little talk from the Government about a road map on mental health promotion or how to support those families experiencing difficulties due to the stress the pandemic has placed on them.