‘Avalanche’ of demand for autism services has surpassed NHS capacity

According to a health think tank, the NHS is struggling to cope with a huge surge in demand for autism assessments and ADHD treatments in England.   The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends people with suspected autism be diagnosed within three months of referral, but new research from the Nuffield Trust, … Continue reading ‘Avalanche’ of demand for autism services has surpassed NHS capacity