Autism support should not require formal diagnosis, says Longfield’s new think tank

Fiona Simpson
Friday, February 2, 2024

Support for conditions including autism and ADHD should be offered on a “needs-led” basis rather than forcing families to wait for a formal diagnosis, according to a think tank led by former children’s commissioner for England Anne Longfield.

The report is the first to be led by Anne Longfield's Centre for Young Lives. Picture: Commission on Young Lives
The report is the first to be led by Anne Longfield's Centre for Young Lives. Picture: Commission on Young Lives

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