Samaritan Text Support

Posted on 04. Apr, 2007, in Depression, Mental Health, SuicideComments Off on Samaritan Text Support

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Given that Ireland has the highest suicide rate amongst the young adult populations, it is crucial to find a way that adequate support can be made available to them.  The Samaritans have come up with a new service; responding to distress by text and email.  Miriam Gormally met Maggie Hayden, the director of the Dublin Samaritan group, who explained the importance of this service.