The waiting list for young people accessing mental health services has been almost halved following a £4m injection of funding.
The number waiting for support now stands at 599, down from 1,181 in July 2024.
The reduction follows the launch of the ‘Talk’ service in May 2025, developed through funding to transform the Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).
A joint initiative between Manx Care and Isle Listen, ‘Talk’ provides assessments, advice, and psychological therapies.
Manx Care CEO Teresa Cope said: “‘Since work began on the CAMHS waiting list at the end of last year, the waiting list has [almost] halved – this is a great indication of the positive work going on in Integrated Mental Health Services.
“In addition, we’ve seen a really positive reaction to our Mental Health First Contact Practitioner, who has been incredibly well received by GPs.
“This early intervention approach aims to support patients with emerging mental health difficulties and provide relevant support, advice and interventions to meet their needs. We absolutely want to roll this out across more practices.”
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