Prevalent neurodevelopmental conditions

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are prevalent neurodevelopmental conditions that have seen an increase in recognition and diagnosis over the years. In the UK, studies indicate that around 3-5% of children and 2.5% of adults are affected by ADHD, while roughly 1 in 100 individuals are diagnosed with ASD. It’s important to underscore that these figures do not encapsulate individuals who may be overweight, displaying addictive behaviours, or those potentially misdiagnosed with anxiety or depression. This suggests that the true prevalence could potentially be higher, with many cases remaining undiagnosed or misattributed to other conditions.