AQW 16736/17-22

Ms Claire Sugden
Independent
East Londonderry

Tabled Date: 23/03/2021
Answered On Date: 20/04/2021
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the Minister of Health, pursuant to AQW 15130/17-22, (i) whether his Department collects any data on Post Traumatuic Stress Disorder PTSD; (ii) the reasons for this; (iii) for his assessment of PTSD in Northern Ireland; and (iv) what plans he has to address this issue.

Answer:

I recognise that the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have a significant impact on a person’s day-to-day life. Services for individuals with a potential diagnosis of PTSD are offered on both a regional and trust level.

My Department does not routinely collect data on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) but instead uses latest academic research to help inform service planning and delivery, as required. Going forward, the proposed Regional Trauma Network will further complement existing support services by providing a quality trauma service to further address and treat this cohort of individuals as well as assist with data collection on PTSD.