Black Eyed Dog is an honest, open look at the issue of depression within Ireland’s GAA sporting community.
Produced by Peadar Breathnach, the documentary features GAA players past and present, including Conor Cusack, Wayne Hutchinson and Niall McNamee, talking openly and frankly about their experiences of depression. The programme explores the support network the Gaelic Players Association have in place to help fellow county players who may be suffering from depression. The featured participants discuss their reasons for going public in order to raise awareness about the issue, and assess if there is still a stigma or taboo surrounding depression in Ireland.
The GPA operates an urgent confidential counselling support line for member players which is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
To find out more about the GPA support line, visit: www.gaelicplayers.com
If you have been affected by issues raised by this programme, FREEPHONE the Samaritans on: 116 123.
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