This month we are delighted to bring you a panel discussion with the team behind the new national survey “Building Connections: Experiences of Parenting with Mental Health Challenges”. This vital piece of research was conducted by Mary Immaculate College in partnership with parents, the HSE, Tusla and Clarecare. It includes a presentation by Prof. Niamh Stack, Pyschology Department, Mary Immaculate College, followed by a lively panel discussion exploring the key findings and what this research means for staff and parents.

To download the research go to: https://midwestaries.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/April-25-Building-Connections-Full-Report-.pdf To find out more about Family Recovery go to: https://midwestaries.ie/learn/family-recovery/

Hosted by Margaret Keane, Education, Training & Development Officer, Mid West ARIES (https://midwestaries.ie)

Panellists include:

Martina KilcomminsSenior Social Work PractitionerAdult Mental Health ServiceHSE Mid West

Taryn Fitzpatrick Child & Family Support Network Coordinator, Prevention Partnership & Family Support Tusla

Prof. Niamh Stack Dept. of Psychology, Mary Immaculate College

Joanne Perill Family Support Service Team Leader Clarecare

Tracy - Parent Advocate & Research Team Member

Mike O’Neill Manager, Mid West ARIES, HSE Mid West