Poll Results: Experiences of accessing Neurodevelopmental Services.
In February 2025, Healthwatch in Sussex sought experiences of accessing Neurodevelopmental Services in the last 12 months.
The Neurodevelopmental Service provides diagnostic assessments of neurodevelopmental conditions in adults. This includes autism spectrum conditions, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Tourette's syndrome.
Poll results
136 people from across Sussex shared their views with us.
We heard:
- 63 (51%) responders have been referred to, accessed or tried to access Neurodevelopmental Services for themselves and 49 (40%) responders for their child.
- 86 responders were very dissatisfied with waiting times for an assessment with the Neurodevelopmental Service.
- 73 of responders told us they have had challenges in accessing GP services.
Respondents to our poll expressed a desire for changes to waiting times and how appointments are managed.
Poll Results: Experiences of accessing Neurodevelopmental Services
