Close to one million Irish people grew up in a home with a problem drinker.
The research by Maynooth University found a strong correlation between children who grow up with alcoholics and mental health problems later in life.The research by Maynooth University found a strong correlation between children who grow up in such an environment and the development of mental health problems later in life.
“Children grow up in an environment of uncertainty, they literally sometimes don’t know day-to-day what the atmosphere will be like, what will be the implications,” Alcohol Action Ireland CEO“That kind of uncertainty leads to all sorts of other problems; it can lead to emotional problems, it can lead to mental health difficulties.
“We know that an awful lot of trauma associated with this particular is called an adverse child experience.”“Having problems with anxiety, mental health difficulties can also lead to other problems like eating disorders, addiction problems - intergenerational ,” she said. “Most of all, I think it really leads to an ongoing sense of not being sure of your place in the world.”standard drinks during a single week with at least two alcohol free days.If you feel you have a problem with alcohol, you can contact the HSE’s confidential helpline on 1800 459 459 from Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 5:30 pm.
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