Becky (interviewee)

Dr. Lade Smith, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, sheds light on the alarming rise in mental health diagnoses and the pressing need for better resources. Becky, a Londoner, shares her transformative journey through the autism diagnosis process and the vital Access to Work support she received. They discuss the government's new review on rising diagnoses, the societal factors behind mental health issues, and the risks of self-diagnosis. Smith emphasizes the urgent need for trained professionals amid overwhelming demand for services.