
Concern is growing from within the health service about CAMHS waiting lists as well.
"Almost beyond belief"
Longford-Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke is highlighting the need for a major overhaul of youth mental health services.
There has been an 81% increase on young people waiting for first time CAMHS appointments since 2020.
While the College of Psychiatrists in Ireland want to see specific training for CAMHS members and a clearer internal reporting structure.
The Sinn Fein rep says the repeated warnings need to be heeded: