Happy to be leading my new research examining suicide prevention in later life when back from mat leave. Extremely thankful to colleagues &mentor for their support & encouragement to submit my application. Now, back to juggling a newborn & toddler till 2024 #allinitsowntime

We officially started our HRB study 'Revisiting suicide prevention in later life'. Last month we held our first Lived Experience meeting. I look forward to continuing my work on suicide prevention in older adults w/ such inspiring individuals. Read here:

Beyond grateful and honoured to be shortlisted for an International Association for Suicide Prevention Award recognising exceptional contributions to suicide prevention. An impressive list of excellent colleages included. Looking forward to Vienna in June

The @Researchirel funded project SHOAR has now ended. If you are interested in suicide prevention in older adults you can read more about SHOAR here. Exciting new research funded by @hrbireland now starting with a focus on co-production. Watch this space! https://t.co/1WuJQDvzOv

It was great to present at the @UCCpsychiatry Deanery Day our @IrishResearch funded research and outline of our next steps with @hrbireland ARPP. Thanks to @KarOConnor for the invitation to speak @NSRFIreland @UCCPublicHealth

On #WorldMentalHealthDay it’s important to look at preventative measures and have access to the appropriate support networks for positive mental health particularly those over 65 years. @HSECHODNCC @MHANPIreland @MaryButlerTD @MermaidSea @essene_cassidy @iaanmp

Definetely a cultural change needed with how we think of suicide research as researchers. So many important points raised by @HazelMarzetti a must read for all in the field!

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Powerful work led by Dr Katerina Kavalidou & Dr J O Mahony on the experiences of Irish Traveller women presenting w/suicidal ideation. We need respectful, culturally sensitive support. Proud to have contributed to this. An excellent example of coproduction ⁦@NSRFIreland⁩

Back from #ESSSB20 &catching up on research. A must read for anyone interested in suicide prevention &co-production, @mariamichail2 paper describing the process of youth involvement &co-production in the development of a GP guide for young people is a GEM

Reflecting on my time at #ESSSB20 Great to have 2 symposiums from our @IASPinfo SIG older adults. Important work done around the globe in suicide prevention in older adults: USA, UK, Singapore, Sweden, Belgium, Ireland, Canada, N Zealand. More representation needed from LMICs

⁦@Eibhlin_W⁩ presenting her PhD at #esssb20 on Evaluation of the minding your wellbeing programme adapted for veterinary medicine students in Ireland. Excellent presentation and important research ⁦@NSRFIreland⁩

Now @ArchwayDiva Prof Trish Hafford-Letchfield on Talking really does matter. Really fascinating research

Up next Prof Katalin Szanto on understanding pathways to suicidal behaviour in later life

Our second symposium from our @IASPinfo SIG in older adults on now. Prof Sylvie La Pierre presenting now on which psychological dimensions protect older adults against suicidal ideations #esssb20

Great to hear Prof Mark Sinyor on Partnerships for Life in the Americas. Collaborative work in the Americas including Ecuador 🇪🇨 #esssb20

Old & new approaches to suicide prevention. Great to hear Dr Alejandro Alban on the potential of psilocybin and ketamine on suicidal ideation. A few practical barriers to progress with research in the area but important work and trials currently running #esssb20

Congratulations to our symposium contributors for a fascinating debate on interventions with older people with suicide ideation and behaviour #ESSSB20 #Rome24

@NSRFIreland John Meehan presenting on Connecting For Life, Ireland’s National suicide reduction strategy @NSRFIreland @johnfmeehan #esssb20

Now Prof Ell Arensman presenting on Implementation and Evaluation of National Suicide Prevention Programmes @NSRFIreland #esssb20

Dr Paul Corcoran presenting now on surveillance of self-harm and suicide and impact on public health policy @NSRFIreland #esssb20