More men are struggling with recession depression

RECESSION depression among Irish men is on the rise as people struggle with unemployment and changed financial circumstances in the midst of the downturn.

In a bid to tackle the growing problem, St Patrick’s Hospital in Dublin, which specialises in treating psychiatric issues, has just launched a help group aimed specifically at men struggling to cope during the recession.

The “therapeutic and lifestyle” group was launched last Thursday on a pilot basis and will run for two days a week for four weeks. It is hoped the project can be rolled out on a full-time basis in the near future.