NHS (National Health Service)
What it means
The UK's publicly funded healthcare system. Provides autism diagnosis and many therapy services in the UK, typically through CAMHS or community paediatric teams.
Term details
Category: government
Regional use: uk
Last source check: July 28, 2026
Source
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