Hi.
Our son is 8 and is non verbal. He has always held our hand when out, but has recently started to be more independent. As his school encourages it. Much against our wishes. We never take our eyes off him anyway when where out. But I am now constantly terrified when where out that something will happen. To the point im walking off in mid conversation to maintain eye contact. The options are like a mine field of pros and cons. Has anyone any recommendations or any experience. Id just like that added security, especially when he out on school trip and where not with him.