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Increase in ADHD and autism benefit claims among youth in affluent areas

21 Eylül 2026The Guardian

Research shows a significant rise in personal independence payment claims for ADHD and autism among young people in wealthier regions of England, likely due to better access to diagnoses.
Recent research indicates that young people in affluent areas of England are increasingly claiming disability benefits for ADHD and autism, with the trend accelerating since the pandemic. Experts suggest that this rise may be due to quicker access to diagnoses among wealthier families who can afford private healthcare.
In contrast, claims for these benefits have historically been higher in deprived areas, which face challenges such as poverty and low educational outcomes.
The rise in claims for personal independence payments (PIP) for ADHD and autism reflects broader trends in mental health awareness and diagnosis, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings underscore the importance of understanding how socioeconomic status impacts both the recognition and treatm…
The disparity in ADHD and autism claims between affluent and deprived areas raises critical questions about healthcare access and the socioeconomic factors influencing diagnosis rates. It highlights a potential divide where wealthier families may be more proactive in seeking diagnoses and support, potentially skewin…

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