Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 November 2025
1097. Deputy Sorca Clarke asked the Minister for Health the total funding provided for adult ADHD services since 2021, by year; whether additional funding will be provided to meet current demand; and the long-term plans in place to ensure sustainable staffing and service delivery across all catchment areas. [63596/25]
View answerADHD 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.
The HSE’s Model of Care for ADHD in Adults, which I launched in 2021, outlines a National Clinical Programme for ADHD in Adults based on multi-disciplinary community teams to diagnose and treat ADHD in adults. As Minister I have resourced the establishment of the teams envisioned by the Model of Care, with total funding of over €5 million on a recurring annual basis. The national network of ADHD teams is now fully funded and in recruitment, with 7 teams currently operational. I secured the funding in Budget 2025 to roll out all remaining teams envisaged in the Model of Care
In relation to the additional specific information requested regarding the operation of the ADHD National Clinical Programme, as this is an operational matter , I have referred it to the HSE for direct reply to you.
