Family feuds have never been more real in Ireland.

The debate over the role of children and parents in raising children has always been a hotly contested one, but it’s now becoming an even bigger issue than ever before, according to experts.

It is estimated that up to a third of Irish children are now living in households with at least one parent with a mental illness, with many parents struggling to cope with the challenges of the job.

This article has been edited to correct the spelling of the family feuds in this article.