Finian McGrath
Question:215. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Health the support available to a person (details supplied) in Dublin 17 [4949/13]
View answerThursday, 31 January 2013
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Suicide is a tragedy that we are constantly working to prevent and also working to give more support to the families affected. Dealing with the current high levels of suicide and deliberate self harm is a priority for this Government. Reach Out our National Strategy for Action on Suicide Prevention makes a number of recommendations in relation to fast track referrals to community-based mental health services, effective response to deliberate self harm, training, stigma reduction, etc. Consequently, the HSE's National Office for Suicide Prevention has developed a range of initiatives aimed specifically at supporting people who are suicidal and also supporting their families, friends and peers in recognising and responding appropriately to signs of emotional distress and suicidal thoughts. As the issue referred to by the Deputy is a service matter this question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.