ADHD could have a scary impact on your long-term health, researchers reveal More than 15.5 million Americans live with ADHD The Independent UK · Oct 22
The ex-Kellogg CEO who learned he had ADHD at 65 says it had upsides in the corner office Also: All the news and watercooler chat from Fortune. Fortune · Oct 21
GPs can now diagnose ADHD in 'life-changing' move Around 300 GPs across NSW will now be able to diagnose ADHD, making treatment more accessible, especially for patients in regional areas. AAP · Oct 21
People with ADHD Had a 71% Higher Death Rate in Pooled Studies, with Suicide and Injury Deaths Elevated A review covering nearly 16 million people links ADHD to a 71% higher death rate, with suicide and injury deaths elevated. What families can do. Medical Daily · Oct 20
Paul Whitehouse ‘mugged at London cash point’ while picking up wife’s medication ‘The Fast Show’ star’s wife Dr Mine Conkbayir urged her Instagram followers to ‘stay vigilant’ on the streets The Independent UK · Oct 17
I see ADHD as my superpower, says Paris Hilton TV star Paris Hilton has opened up about her experience of ADHD. BANG Premier · Oct 16
An autism diagnosis, but where’s the treatment? Letters: Rebecca Hope Duncan says she has not received any help after being assessed as autistic, in response to Prof Peter Fonagy’s review of mental health, ADHD and autism services. Plus letters from Jeremy Seymour, John Bryant, Peter Deadman, Steve Bamford and another reader The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
Top health official urged to recuse herself from private ADHD crackdown over ties to industry Exclusive: Four MPs raise conflict of interest concerns over Samantha Jones’s past links to a big provider of ADHD assessments The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
Stopping Pip for ADHD or autism would not make big savings, says thinktank Resolution Foundation says ‘crude changes’ to benefits system would probably make it harder for people to work The Guardian - UK · Oct 14
Simon Pegg calls ADHD diagnosis a 'relief' Simon Pegg opened up about his diagnosis, which he said happened “not two weeks ago”, in an interview on the I’m ADHD! No You’re Not podcast. BANG Premier · Oct 13
Finally, a helpful intervention in the ‘overdiagnosis’ wars. But where’s the money to answer this tragedy? There is much to agree with in the Fonagy review into mental health support. Without serious public funding, however, its approach won’t work, says Guardian columnist John Harris The Guardian - UK · Oct 11
‘I’m here to shut off your water’: Comedian Meredith Masony’s husband learns he set up autopay for the house they sold “Hilarious and so relatable.” We Got This Covered · Oct 10
ADHD and Autism 'Overdiagnosis' Review Raises Questions Over Timing as More Women Are Diagnosed A UK review warns of ADHD and autism overdiagnosis risks, prompting questions about timing as more women seek recognition and diagnosis. International Business Times UK · Oct 10
NHS faces exodus of ADHD and autism services staff to private clinics Brain drain of psychologists, psychiatrists and nurses leaves NHS ‘weaker’, driving patients to seek care elsewhere The Guardian - UK · Oct 9
The Conversation · Oct 9 Autism and ADHD: people need support before diagnosis, but getting one can change their lives I hated myself so much…and now I love myself. I’m not perfect. But I’ve accepted myself now.
Evening Standard · Oct 9 ADHD referrals soar in London as government review warns of overdiagnosis Number of people waiting for ADHD assessment in London jumps 72% in a year
The Independent UK · Oct 9 ADHD and autism at increased risk of overdiagnosis and misdiagnosis, review finds IN FULL
The Guardian - UK · Oct 8 NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry finds England-focused review led by Prof Peter Fonagy returns stark warning and calls for shift to ‘needs-led’ system
The Guardian - UK · Oct 8 NHS England mental health services review: what has it found and what does it recommend? Prof Peter Fonagy’s 607-page report is categoric that mental distress has increased substantially and ‘cannot be explained by greater awareness alone’
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Not everyone with ADHD and autism traits needs a diagnosis, major review finds Major review calls for overhaul of system that is failing those who need it most
Evening Standard · Oct 8 ADHD and autism review highlights risk of misdiagnosis as cases rise It said there is a mismatch between true rates of the conditions and the numbers seeking help for them.
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Simon Pegg opens up about ADHD diagnosis: ‘It confirmed a lot of stuff’ IN FULL
The Independent UK · Oct 8 I’m a psychiatrist. Here are five reasons why ADHD is often diagnosed later in life People are often diagnosed with ADHD later in life because the condition was missed during childhood
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Simon Pegg confirms ADHD diagnosis: ‘It’s just who I am’ The Mission Impossible star explained how learning about his diagnosis put his childhood behaviour in perspective
Evening Standard · Oct 8 Simon Pegg reveals ADHD diagnosis: ‘It confirmed stuff I’d been wrestling with’ Pegg has opened up about having the neurodevelopmental condition.