For going abroad you need to be aware of the fact – you might get culture shock. Culture shock is the moment when you feel depressed while you are visiting foreign country, It can happen with everyone.
Main reason for depression is feeling lonely and feeling like a stranger in a completely new country, even you are use to traveling, it still can affect you! Most likely people who travel for the first time or first time living far away from home, get home-sickness. It is necessary to be well prepared for this journey!
If you get depressed, it is very important to not to give up and not to sink into the sadness. It is very hard to deal with it alone, so first what you need to do is to ask for help to other people around you! If you are Au Pair do not be afraid to talk to the host family, they will do everything they can to help you and cheer you up. In your free time do not stay at home, go outside, visit cities and local places around you. Learn about Irish culture before you arrive, and know what to expect.
Remember: even you are traveling alone, you are never alone in the foreign country, there will be someone, who will help and support you always! If culture shock affects you try to get through it, it is better than going home!