Recommendation 15

The Committee has been extremely concerned to hear evidence during this inquiry of many individuals having to wait many years on a waiting list for assessment for ADHD, autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions, as well as evidence from many areas where waiting lists have now been closed. It is firmly of the view that, as well as being detrimental to the individuals affected, such a situation is damaging to wider society to which, for as long as they fail to receive the support and treatment they need, these individuals may be prevented from making an active and positive contribution.