The public debate on ECT in Ireland demonstrates little in the way of ethical reflection. 'Is Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Ever Ethically Justified? If so, Under What Circumstances.' This is the title of an article I wrote which was …
Clinical Supervision
Do I need psychotherapy?
‘Do I need psychotherapy’ is a question many people find hard to answer. This article outlines some simple steps to help you answer this question. List 5 reasons for considering psychotherapy.An example might be ‘I’m not happy although everything …
Virtue Ethics Ireland
President Michael D. Higgins launched a Nationwide Ethics Initiative on 14th February, 2014. The stated aim of the initiative was to develop a public discourse that places human flourishing and an ethic of active citizenship at its heart. This …
Conversations About Death
Do you avoid the subject of death?Do you dismiss your children’s questions about death?Do you know why you avoid any conversation about death?What's the worst thing that could happen if you speak about death? One of the first people to speak …