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'Worrying surge' in children seeking mental health services in Cork

'Worrying surge' in children seeking mental health services in Cork — Waiting lists for Child and Adult Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in Cork have increased in the last three months as referrals to the service surged.

Mon, 25 Jan, 2021 - 11:53

Darragh Bermingham

There has been a worrying surge in children seeking help for mental health difficulties in Cork, according to the head of services for the region.

Waiting lists for Child and Adult Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in Cork have increased in the last three months as referrals to the service surged.

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