Concerns about the overmedication of young people

EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 5 MIN

Concerns about the overmedication of young people

from Newstalk Breakfast

The number of prescriptions for ADHD medication has increased by 87 per cent in the five years to 2024, according to the HSE.  With a growing number of young people being diagnosed with anxiety and depression-like symptoms, should we be concerned about overmedication?  Joining Anton to discuss is Consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr Patricia Byrne.

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