Paul Murphy (Dublin South West, Solidarity)
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1128. To ask the Minister for Health the supports which are available to parents of adult children suffering from severe drug addiction and related mental health issues; the level of funding provided for this; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63724/25]

Paul Murphy (Dublin South West, Solidarity)
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1131. To ask the Minister for Health her views on whether clearer pathways are needed for involuntary treatment for people experiencing psychosis, including substance induced psychosis; the action she will take in that regard; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63729/25]

Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 1128 and 1131 together.

Government policies including Sharing the Vision and Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery set out clear commitments to improving services for people with a dual diagnosis. Dual diagnosis refers to a person who experiences both a substance use problem and a mental health issue such as depression, or an anxiety disorder. Treatment options must address both.

The Dual Diagnosis Model of Care describes a clear clinical pathway for all adolescents and adults suspected of having a dual diagnosis covering integration across primary care, substance misuse, community mental health and acute services.

The Model was launched in 2023 by Minister Butler and Minister Naughton and recommends the development of 12 Adult Specialist Dual Diagnosis Teams nationally, and 4 Adolescent Hub Teams.

Roll out of the teams has commenced, with mental health funding of over €3 million annually provided to support recruitment in this area to date.

The roll out of the Dual Diagnosis teams has commenced. Five Dual Diagnosis teams are being recruited into and developed at present – adult teams in Limerick and Cork commenced services in 2024, and a team in Waterford is in recruitment. Adolescent hub teams in North Dublin (Substance Abuse Service Specific to Youth - SASSY) and South Dublin (Youth Drug and Alcohol Service - YoDA) have also been developed, supported by funding from HSE Social Inclusion.

Under Budget 2026, Minister Butler has allocated funding for an additional Dual Diagnosis team, and a Dual Diagnosis Day Programme in Dublin.

In the meantime, individuals who do require treatment for dual diagnosis are being supported by the relevant HSE social inclusion addiction services in their community.

This continued investment highlights this Government’s commitment not only to mental health, but to ensuring that the mental health services that we develop and deliver are reflective of the needs of modern society.

As the Deputy’s question raises service matters, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Paul Murphy (Dublin South West, Solidarity)
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1129. To ask the Minister for Health if she will provide dual diagnosis supports for people suffering from severe drug addiction and drug-induced psychosis/schizophrenia and their families, for example, family group supports; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63727/25]

Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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Dual diagnosis means a person experiences both a substance abuse problem and a mental health issue such as depression or an anxiety disorder.

Treatment options must address both issues, and as such the HSE have developed a Model of Care which recommends the development of 12 Adult Specialist Dual Diagnosis Teams nationally, 4 Adolescent Hub Teams, and a National Dual Diagnosis Rehabilitation Centre.

Roll out of the teams has commenced, with mental health funding of over €3 million provided to support recruitment in this area to date.

This has resulted in 5 Dual Diagnosis teams are being recruited into and developed at present – adult teams in Limerick and Cork commenced services in 2024, and a team in Waterford is in recruitment. Adolescent hub teams in North Dublin (Substance Abuse Service Specific to Youth - SASSY) and South Dublin (Youth Drug and Alcohol Service - YoDA) have also been developed, supported by funding from HSE Social Inclusion.

Under Budget 2026, as Minister I have allocated funding for an additional Dual Diagnosis team, and a Dual Diagnosis Day Programme in Dublin.

In the meantime, individuals who do require treatment for dual diagnosis are being supported by the relevant HSE social inclusion addiction services in their community.

With reference to the specific information requested , as this is an operational issue , I have referred it to the HSE for direct reply to you.