For the first time in Ireland, adults in Ireland took park in a National Suicide Bereavement Survey,  providing a national profile of the impact of suicide bereavement and the needs of the estimated 60,000 people affected by suicide every year in Ireland. This survey gives an understanding of the emotional and physical impact of suicide bereavement, as well as identifying the gaps and barriers to accessing appropriate supports for those affected. 

P.52. The most frequently reported specific impacts were mental health challenges (67%) followed by family problems (40%), relationship problems, including avoidance of relationships (33%), use of alcohol (30%) and deterioration of physical health (28%), all lasting for more than three months. Some differences in reported impacts were observed between men and women. The use of alcohol, use of illegal/non-prescription drugs and gambling were more prevalent for men, while family problems were more commonly reported by women.