Scotcast – Autism: rising charges or overdiagnosis? – BBC Sounds – Worldwide Dispatch

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The variety of kids and adults recognized with autism and ADHD is rising. Ready lists are overflowing, colleges are struggling to manage and oldsters are on the lookout for assist.

However what really is neurodivergence? How many individuals have it? And is the best way we dwell having an impression on that quantity?

We hear from former Make Me Prime Minister finalist Kelly Given, who was recognized at 24, and advisor psychiatrist Dr Pavan Srireddy.

Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish information podcast. This episode is hosted by Martin Geissler.

Get in contact: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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