Independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism

In December 2025 the government appointed Professor Peter Fonagy to chair an independent review into the prevalence and support for mental health conditions, ADHD and autism. Professor Fonagy is supported by Professor Sir Simon Wessely and Professor Gillian Baird as vice-chairs.

The review seeks to understand:

• the factors behind trends in prevalence
• the impact of clinical practice, including social and cultural factors and the risks and benefits of medicalisation
• ways to promote the prevention of mental ill health
• ways to create resilience and improve early intervention

It will also seek to identify approaches to provide different models of support and pathways within and beyond the NHS. This will supplement clinical support and care so that people receive the right support at the right time in the right place.

Interim report

• Independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism: interim report

  • 10 June 2026
  • Independent report

• Looking into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism (easy read)

  • 10 June 2026
  • Independent report