Watchdog exposes string of failings in children's mental health services

The Mental Health Commission report highlights failings including staff shortages. Picture: Stock

The country's mental health watchdog has exposed a string of failings in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, including 140 young people "lost" in the system in the Mid-West area.

The watchdog has also expressed fears that other children are without adequate follow-up services, including regarding their medication.