Paolo Odoli: A neurodiversity diagnosis should not be price of admission

In Bermuda, families face significant financial and bureaucratic barriers in obtaining neurodiversity diagnoses for children, with assessments often costing thousands of dollars and taking months to complete. Many children struggle in school without timely support, as diagnoses are frequently required for exam accommodations and services, despite experts arguing that support should not depend on formal diagnosis. The process is especially challenging for families without private insurance or resources, delaying crucial help for children with neurodevelopmental conditions.

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