ADHD benefits claims rise: As Burnham mulls reforms, can the NHS and welfare system survive the strain?
Abstract
The number of people claiming ADHD related benefits in England and Wales has increased more than fourfold since 2019. Sophie Borland examines what’s driving the spike and whether the state is adequately equipped to support people
Fields of Study & Subjects
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Health Services Management and Policy
Neuroethics
Human Enhancement
Biomedical Innovations
Publication details
- Journal / source
- BMJ
- Publisher
- BMJ
- Volume
- 394
- Pages
- e100425–e100425
- Publication date
- 28 July 2026
- Language
- EN