Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi, I am a mother of 2 kids...one with severe autism and the younger one with less severe. I feel totally helpless and sad when I try to get them to join in with socialising in family events. They reject my suggestions and dictate their terms. this leaves me in a very akward situation with other family members.
Hello Pam K,
The NAS website has a guide for parents and carers of autistic children called 'Making Friends'. Here is the link: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/family-life-and-relationships/making-friends/parents-and-carers
Hopefully you will find there some ideas to help your children develop social skills.
All the best,
Karin Mod