ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review
UK government review warns of over-diagnosis of ADHD and autism in children
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What is the UK government review warning about?
The review is warning about the risk of over-diagnosis of ADHD and autism in children, which may lead to lifelong harm
What is driving the surge in diagnoses?
The review suggests that a lack of understanding among healthcare professionals about the conditions may be contributing to the surge in diagnoses
What is the impact on the NHS?
The review notes that the high demand for ADHD and autism care is putting the NHS at risk of 'system failures'
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Children diagnosed with ADHD and autism are at risk of lifelong harm, according to a UK government review. The review cites a surge in diagnoses, with evidence suggesting that this may be due to a lack of understanding among healthcare professionals about the conditions.
However, the review also notes that the demand for ADHD and autism care is soaring, which may lead to system failures in the NHS. The NHS is at risk of 'system failures' due to the high demand for care, according to The Guardian.
The BBC reports a 'stark warning' over ADHD and autism, while The Times and Financial Times emphasize the potential harm caused by the ADHD label and the over-diagnosis of mental health conditions.
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Who reported it (5)
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ADHD label ‘risks lifelong harm to children’ as diagnoses surgeThe Times · 10h ago
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Mental health and ADHD diagnosis can cause harm, says official reviewFinancial Times · 10h ago
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'Stark warning' over ADHD and 'Andrew wins legal fight'BBC · 10h ago
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NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry findsThe Guardian · 10h ago
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