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Overdiagnosis is not a problem, but misdiagnosis may be as people are driven into the private sector by long waits, and sadly, missed diagnoses remain common —Tamsin Ford

Experts are warning that far from being over-diagnosed, people with ADHD are waiting too long for assessment, support and treatment.

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[–] WorldsDumbestMan@lemmy.today 2 points 10 hours ago* (last edited 10 hours ago)

That is why I suggest it be a state-thing, where you are obligated (and covered).

EDIT: Also, how insensitive of me, sorry you had to go through all that, let's try and make sure no one has to go through it ever again.