A new approach to teens mental health | Richard Crotty | Oireachtas Education Ted Ed Club

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In his talk Richard outlines the pressures facing teenagers in modern society and proposes an innovative and cost effective solution.

Richard is a senior cycle student from Kilkenny College

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