Children failed by mental health system

Without help, many children carry their problems into adult life, says Paul Gilligan.

Year after year in this country, too many children and young people experiencing mental-health difficulties do not receive the age-appropriate, timely services or supports they require. Along with the additional psychological and social damage this causes the young person, there can be a detrimental effect on their parents, family, school and community. Also, the stigma regarding those with mental-health difficulties is enhanced.