The increase is based on the figures from the last 5 years.
Over 3,300 children under the age of 15 got anti-depressant medication last year.
According to freedom of information files, it's a 55% increase on five years earlier.
495 children under the age of 11 got the drugs in 2021, under three schemes run by the HSE.
Professor of psychiatry in Trinity College Dublin, Brendan Kelly, says it's not the typical treatment.
Midlands County Hosts Water Safety Awards Ceremony
Stephen O’Toole, Chairperson of Laois Water Safety, said he was proud of the success of the recent water safety classes
Tolü Makay Joins Cast of DWTS Ireland
The Tullamore singer is the second Midlands celeb to be added to the 2026 lineup.
Maura Higgins Set For Traitors US
The Midlands celeb wants to be a traitor.
Reigning Rose Of Tralee To Take Part in DWTS
Ballyouskill's Katelyn Cummins will take part in Dancing With The Stars Ireland Season 9.
Westmeath Artist Awarded €30k Residency
Nicole Flattery is being appointed the Arts Council Writer in Residence.
A Merry Mix Of Christmas Cheer Across the Midlands
Your go to guide for all local things festive and fun this Christmastime.
Laois Makeup Artist Warns Of Expired Suncream Dangers
6 in 10 people are willing to ignore the "open jar" symbol on packaging in new findings by the HPRA.
Israel’s Participation Sparks Eurovision Withdrawals From Ireland And Others
More countries could potentially join them.
€6m Lotto Jackpot Ticket Sold In Mullingar
The winner is the 9th Lotto winner of the year.
Offaly Olympian To Present Teen Docuseries
Jordan Conroy is set to host United FC on RTE.
Dreams Come True For Westmeath EuroDreams Winner
This is the second win in two days for players in Westmeath.
Offaly Comedian To Headline Comedy Festival
Neil Delamare will jon the line for a new comedy festival being trialled in Carlow.
Electric Picnic Announces Nine Acts For The 2026 Festival
The event is taking place from August 28th to 30th.
Midlands Singer Songwriter Releases Christmas Classic
Simon Casey's 'Silent Night' is available now.
Laois Cafe Hosts Grand Opening Today
The Poet's Cottage in Camross was originally a heritage project.
Chasing Abbey And Mundy Headliners At Dublin NYE Festival
Tickets are on sale now for the three day event.
Westmeath Author's 'Ninety Nine Words For Rain' Wins At Irish Book Awards
Manchán Magan has won the Irish Book Awards title after passing away in August.
Look back on Forest Fest 2024
Moments captured from Forest Fest 2024
