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ADHD UK Condemns NHS Referral Halt, Urges Action

7/7/2025

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ADHD UK is taking a stand against the Coventry and Warwickshire NHS board's controversial decision to halt adult referrals over 25, prioritizing children's waiting lists instead. This shift leaves many adults facing expensive private assessments, while experts raise alarms about the looming mental health crisis stemming from insufficient ADHD services struggling to keep pace with soaring demand.

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ADHD UK is taking a stand against the Coventry and Warwickshire NHS board's controversial decision to halt adult referrals over 25, prioritizing children's waiting lists instead. This shift leaves many adults facing expensive private assessments, while experts raise alarms about the looming mental health crisis stemming from insufficient ADHD services struggling to keep pace with soaring demand.