According to a team of 32 experts from around the UK, there is no evidence that ADHD is overdiagnosed in the UK. The team stated, 'There is no evidence that ADHD is over-diagnosed in the UK. ' They added that ADHD could be underdiagnosed in the UK.
Health records show a rise in the rate of actual diagnosis of ADHD in clinical services between 2000 and 2018. 3% of adults estimated to have ADHD. The increase in diagnoses may be linked to heightened awareness of ADHD, according to the experts.
There is no evidence that ADHD is over-diagnosed in the UK. Indeed, available data point to under-diagnosis.
' Some people may have been misdiagnosed with ADHD, and some cases may be misdiagnosed due to low-quality assessment, poor adherence to national guidance, or inappropriate differential diagnosis. More work is needed in the field of ADHD diagnosis and support, according to the experts.
The main issue is that UK clinical services cannot adequately support individuals with ADHD who need help.