Written question asked by Iris Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 28 June 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 July 2006. It was answered by Paul Goggins (Labour) on Wednesday, 5 July 2006 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.
Ritalin
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many young children and young adults in the Province are on Ritalin; and what alternative treatments are being offered.
- Answer
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The Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety does not hold age specific data on the prescribing of Ritalin. A young person should have a full assessment and ideally, prior to prescription of medication, should have tried some behavioural management techniques, parental support and advice and possibly dietary advice. This would be provided through community paediatrics or child psychiatry.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 82102; 448 c1184W
- Session
- 2005-06
- Subjects
- Northern Ireland Methylphenidate
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