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One person reaches out to SpunOut every 11 minutes

Since 2020, Spun Out’s ‘Text About It’ service has engaged in 250,000 conversations with yo...

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07.40 21 May 2026


One person reaches out to SpunOut every 11 minutes


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07.40 21 May 2026


Since 2020, Spun Out’s ‘Text About It’ service has engaged in 250,000 conversations with young people who are struggling with their mental health.  

On average, one person reaches out every 11 minutes, reflecting the scale of the youth mental health crisis in Ireland. Joining Ciara discuss is the CEO of Spun Out, Sinead Keane. 


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