Outsourcing considered as ADHD assessment backlog continues to grow
Bailiwick Express
Jersey's adult ADHD assessment backlog has grown to 1,254 people, with demand far exceeding available clinical capacity. Health officials are considering outsourcing or reallocating resources from other mental health services to address the issue, but face challenges including limited specialist staff and concerns over shifting funding. Efforts to implement shared-care agreements with GPs are ongoing, though local GPs have raised concerns about capacity and funding.
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