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Why is the government concerned about mental health overdiagnosis?
Season 1, Ep. 1254
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Last week the Health Secretary announced a review into the rising rates of ADHD and Autism, as well as other mental health conditions.
Writer: Poppy Bullard
Producer: Poppy Bullard
Host: Ada Barume
Episode photography: Joe Mee
Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore
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