Teenage self-harm in Ireland sparks ‘growing societal concern’

Rise in self-harm among adolescents reported, with trans, gender diverse and early school leavers most at risk

While rates of poor mental health and suicide attempts among adolescents have largely recovered from the peaks seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, repeated self-harm is increasing, particularly among females. Also, trans and gender-diverse young people and early school leavers are particularly vulnerable to mental distress. This is according to a study – “Trends in psychological distress among adolescents in Ireland: survey data from 2018 to 2023…

Teenage self-harm in Ireland sparks ‘growing societal concern’

Research shows rates are significantly higher among girls, trans and gender-diverse adolescents and early school leavers.  The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) and King’s College London have published harrowing new research showing self-harm among teenagers in Ireland is on the rise.  The study, published in the journal Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, analysed over 20,000 anonymous responses to the Planet Youth Survey.…