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UK ADHD Assessment Wait Times Soar to 618 Days

7/14/2025

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Adults seeking ADHD assessments at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust endure a staggering average wait of 618 days, a situation worsened by soaring demand and scarce specialists. Many face profound personal challenges during this agonizing delay, while nationwide, some wait times stretch to an alarming eight years, underscoring a critical crisis in NHS services across the UK.

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Adults seeking ADHD assessments at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust endure a staggering average wait of 618 days, a situation worsened by soaring demand and scarce specialists. Many face profound personal challenges during this agonizing delay, while nationwide, some wait times stretch to an alarming eight years, underscoring a critical crisis in NHS services across the UK.