[IE] National Psychological Wellbeing and Distress Survey (NPWDS)

Full name of the series in original language

National Psychological Wellbeing and Distress Survey (NPWDS)

Abstract

This nationally representative survey, conducted by the ESRI on behalf of the Health Research Board (HRB), was designed to measure the extent of psychological distress and self-reported mental health problems in the Irish population, and to determine the socio-demographic characteristics of the Irish adult population who were experiencing symptoms of psychological distress or who had reported mental health problems in the previous year.

Costs associated with mental health problems include social, emotional and economic costs. Mental health problems affect not only the individual, but can impact on family members and friends. Limitations in social and physical activities due to mental health problems can lead to social isolation and further health problems. The economic costs of mental health problems to the individual and society include increased absenteeism from work, difficulties in retaining and maintaining employment and increased costs for health and social services.

The information from such surveys provides an evidence base for assessing the mental health status of the population and for health service planning and development.

Geographic coverage

Ireland

Time method

Longitudinal

Time period

2005 => 2008

Types of available microdata

Consistency type

Access mode

Update date

15/09/2021