§ Mrs. Iris RobinsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what action is being taken to address suicide among male teenagers; and if he will make a statement. [157382]
§ Angela SmithThe promoting Mental Health Strategy and Action Plan launched last year includes a specific section on preventing suicide. A range of preventive measures are being taken under the strategy including promoting coping skills, suicide awareness and outreach work with young people in areas of need and especially young men. Action is also being taken under the drug and alcohol strategies to offer support and counselling to young men affected by addiction difficulties.