Irish society still has a long way to go in addressing mental health issues

Eamon McGee is the latest in a growing list of sportspeople that have revealed personal information about themselves that many individuals in society can relate to.

Tue, 02 May, 2017 - 19:50

By Peter McNamara

People, by now, would have read or heard about former Donegal footballer Eamon McGee discussing his struggles with anxiety and alcohol.

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