Seanad debates
Wednesday, 10 November 2010
Effects of Recession on Mental Health: Statements
I welcome this debate and I know Senators have the same concerns as everyone to ensure the best level of service is provided. The media are always quick to comment when I do not do something, but when we do something it does not seem to be an issue. I am not interested in that aspect, except to say that when something is achieved in this area the media should try to show the positive aspects, rather than the negative ones. That should be done not just for the sake of political gloss, because that will be seen through quite clearly, but for the sake of those with family members who may be affected by mental illness. We should not create the impression that we are in lock-down and that nothing is happening.
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