Two-year waiting times highlight NHS strain over ADHD and autism assessments
NHS bodies in England have imposed minimum two-year waits for some ADHD and autism assessments as referrals have risen sharply over the past six years. Nearly 1 million people are on ADHD waiting lists, where the average wait is 64 weeks, while about 295,000 people are awaiting an autism assessment.
NHS bodies in England have imposed minimum two-year waiting times for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism assessments, according to the source report.
Referrals for clinical assessments have risen sharply over the past six years. Nearly 1 million people in England are on ADHD waiting lists, with an average wait of 64 weeks.
About 295,000 people are awaiting an autism assessment. The delays have knock-on effects, including delayed medical help and access to specialist support.
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