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Storm Newton

‘Urgent need’ for GPs to be better trained to recognise ADHD, report says

A new study has assessed ADHD treatments in adults (Alamy/PA) -

There is an “urgent need” for all GPs in England to be better trained to recognise signs of ADHD in a bid to help tackle long waits for care, according to a new report.

The ADHD Taskforce said family doctors have “taken on a central role” in the diagnosis and management of other chronic conditions, such as diabetes and depression, but they do not play a major role in ADHD care.

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