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Autism: rising rates or overdiagnosis?

Martin Geissler speaks to a former reality TV contestant about her diagnosis at the age of 24, and he finds out from a psychiatrist just how common neurodivergence really is.

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The number of children and adults diagnosed with autism and ADHD is rising. Waiting lists are overflowing, schools are struggling to cope and parents are looking for support.

But what actually is neurodivergence? How many people have it? And is the way we live having an impact on that number?

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

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

Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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Thu 5 Feb 202600:00
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