Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi there I am a mother of a 13 yr old lad who has had many problems in his childhood I have tried to get some help for him but no one listened to me he started his High school last yr and it came to the same thing my son was bullied again and again and it got to him so bad that he tried to comit sucide in the PE room he has had enough I got him to cahmms and they said that he needed to be seen at a company called Jigsaw I'm on the waiting list and it wont be for another yr or so they can see that he has issues and they have stated that my son is on the ASD but again I'm still waiting SENCO are involved at school but it don't seem to help out side of school hes bullied and been threatened I cant let him go through this anymore can some one please help me the DRs are a waste of space kind thanks for reading this
Hi Caring mommabean,
I'm in tears just reading your story. My lad is 7, and it's tough just having him deal with the cruelty from other children. I don't know if this webpage can help your lad, but it's been helping mine so far. Take a look at it, http://www.simonbenn.co.uk/resource-for-parents
I’m sorry your son and you are going through such a tough time. If your son is ever unable to cope with the distress or despair again, it’s very important to tell someone about his feelings or thoughts of suicide. Call his GP and make an urgent appointment. His GP can make sure he gets appropriate help and support.
If it’s outside GP hours call 111 to reach the NHS 111 service: http://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/AboutNHSservices/Emergencyandurgentcareservices/Pages/NHS-111.aspx
The Samaritans also provide confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day on 116 123, or by email on jo@samaritans.org.
MIND have information pages on coping with self harm or suicidal feelings based on the experiences of people who’ve been through it that he may find helpful.
If he is ever very close to doing something to hurt himself - call 999 or go to your nearest A&E department. There should be someone there to support him and make sure he gets ongoing support.
Additionally, if you would like to discuss autism related issues in a one-to-one setting, our helpline can be emailed on autismhelpline@nas.org.uk or they’re open Monday to Thursday 10am-4pm and Friday 9am-3pm on 0808 800 4104.
Best wishes,
Nellie-Mod
Hello Caring mommabean,
I'm sorry to read of the problems you and your son are having. I can identify in a way as I was also bullied at school, all the way through. I didn't have a diagnosis or anything and the schools I went to did nothing. Hopefully the SENCO will be able to come up with a strategy to help your son. I know how frustrating it can be with the waiting, though. I wish I could offer more help. Have you checked out the resources on here? There might be something that can help you.
Support in Education
Also, the Autism Services Directory may be able to direct you to support in your area...
Autism Services Directory
Good luck.