ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review

An official review in England has found a risk of over-diagnosing ADHD and autism due to rising diagnoses over the past 25 years, which now exceed expected population levels for some youth groups. The review called for tighter regulation of private assessment firms, including banning advertising, and linked economic uncertainty and social media to increased mental health issues among young people. It highlighted long waiting times for diagnoses and the negative impact on young people's prospects, especially those diagnosed before age 17, who are four times more likely to be NEET (not in education, employment, or training) between ages 16 and 24.