Katherine Zappone (Dublin South West, Independent)
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It is a positive sign.

Some of the key characteristics of the young people were identified in 2017. Out of the 69 young people on the campus, 38, that is, 55%, had a mental health need. In addition to those 38 people, 22 have had a past or current diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADHD; 32 had been involved with CAMHS at one stage of their lives; 24 of them were referred to ACTS while in Oberstown; 21 had been in care; and 17 were classified as having child protection concerns. Those are significant statistics which is why these specialised supports are so important to these young people.

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