16-year-old girl secures €200,000 settlement against HSE for harm caused by CAMHS treatment involving antipsychotic medications and self-harm.

16-year-old girl secures €200,000 settlement against HSE for "very significant" harm caused by South Kerry Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) treatment. The girl alleged she was inappropriately prescribed antipsychotic medications, leading to bulimia nervosa and self-harm. This is the largest settlement against the HSE over South Kerry CAMHS treatment, involving the review of 1,300 patient care files.

April 12, 2024
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