Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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838. To ask the Minister for Health for an update on the commencement of the ADHD national clinical programme in County Cavan; if a start date has been confirmed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57248/25]

Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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ADHD has long been recognised as one of the most common psychiatric disorders in children and it is now known to persist into adulthood. Core symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.

This National Clinical Programme is based on multi-disciplinary community teams to diagnose and treat ADHD in adults. As Minister, I'm proud to have launched the Model of Care for Adult ADHD and to have resourced the establishment of the teams envisioned by the Model of Care. The ADHD Programme is funded with total funding of over €5 million on a recurring annual basis. As a result, there are 8 teams regional teams funded, with 7 teams are currently operational.

The team which will serve the people of Cavan, Monaghan, Louth & Meath is currently in recruitment.

As it is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to provide you with a more detailed update on this by way of direct reply.