ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis in England, report says | BBC News

A BBC News report covers an official review in England which found a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism. According to experts cited in the video, diagnoses have risen over the past 25 years, and case numbers now appear to exceed the expected population figures for some younger age groups. The review also examined mental ill health, particularly among younger people, alongside neurodevelopmental conditions.

• An official review in England finds a risk of over-diagnosis of ADHD and autism
• Diagnoses have risen over the past 25 years
• Case numbers appear to exceed expected figures for some younger age groups
• The review also looked at mental ill health in younger people

An official review in England has found there is a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism. Experts say a rise in diagnoses over the past 25 years means cases now appear to be outstripping the expected number in the population for some younger age groups. As well as neurodevelopmental conditions, the review also looked at mental ill health, particularly in younger people. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #ADHD #Autism #Health #BBCNews