Is drinking good for teenagers?

Andy Percy & John Moriarty (QUB) Andy and John present different views on the question of teenage drinking.  John highlights potential harms of an individual’s alcohol use to their peers and family.  To minimise these harms, the best advice for parents and educators may be to discourage any early drinking.  Andy argues that if teenagers … Read more

Dealing with Suicide

Mike Tomlinson (QUB) Suicide rates in Northern Ireland have risen sharply since the late 1990s, contrary to trends in the Republic of Ireland and in England, Scotland and Wales.  This seminar examines a number of explanations for the trend, including evidence that it is linked to the conflict.  The seminar will also discuss the adequacy … Read more