Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi I'm a newbie here. I have a 4 yr old son with a recent asd diagnosis. No one believes he has it as he's so good and cute and wonderful etc but ...... at home he's out of control! Iour family is at breaking point and I have no idea where to turn to for help. Any tips would be gratefully received pleeeeeeeeease!!!
Hi Tori,
I'm sorry to hear about the situation that you and your family are going through.
The following link, which contains information on behaviour and strategies, might be of use to you:
http://www.autism.org.uk/living-with-autism/understanding-behaviour.aspx
If you would like to receive support locally, you can search for services in your area on the Autism Services Directory: www.autismdirectory.org.uk This includes services such as: support groups, social groups, advocacy, befriending, residential settings, outreach and respite.
You may also want to contact your local social services, if you are not already receiving help from them. Please take a look at the following articles for further information on getting help from Social Services:
(Child England and Wales)
www.autism.org.uk/17378
(Adult England and Wales)
www.autism.org.uk/17377
(Child and Adult Scotland)http://www.autism.org.uk/living-with-autism/benefits-and-community-care/care-and-benefits-for-parents-and-carers/care-support-for-children-with-autism/social-services-getting-help-for-children-and-adults-scotland.aspx
www.autism.org.uk/en-gb/our-services.aspx
Our Autism Helpline may also be able to help. Advisers can talk through the different types of support and search for services in your area, if you would like to call.
The Helpline is open Monday to Thursday 10am – 4pm and Friday 9am -3pm on 0808 800 4104.
Please see the following link for further information:
http://www.autism.org.uk/services/helplines/main/contact.aspx
I hope this has provided you with some useful options and advice. If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to ask and a member of the Community or one of the Moderators may be abe to help.
Thanks,
Nellie-Mod