Jigsaw sees 23% surge in demand as youth mental health waiting lists grow

Cork has seen longer waiting times to access Jigsaw services.

Mental health service for young people Jigsaw saw a 23% yearly rise in numbers, with some counties including Cork and Galway seeing longer waiting times as a result.

Director of services Sarah Cullinane described this as a “really, really significant” jump, with smaller, often rural services more challenged.