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NAS73133

Hiya. My 7 year old son was diagnosed with Autism and ADHD approximately 18 months ago. It’s been a very rough journey full of battles to get the diagnosis. 

Since the diagnosis we worked hard together and things have improved so much I think we have learnt so much and how to cope. 

recently my son who is only seven says he can’t cope and he’s going to throw himself of our high balcony, he was having a major meltdown episode at the time but I am very worried. 

Two months ago I was offered and declined medication I thought he and us were managing okay. 

what do I do?  Nothing?  Ring his consultant or my GP?  I just don’t know what to do. Your kind comments would be very much appreciated. 

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  • Hello,

     If you feel your sons mental health is causing you any sort of concern then I would make contact with your GP to discuss your concerns. I would ask your son if he would like to talk to the GP about how he’s feeling or possibly another adult he trusts. I would also ask for a referral to Camhs.

    Not sure what the medication is you have mentioned in your message? Was this for your son?

    I would be taking steps to make sure he has no access to the balcony at all. I wish you well. I have been in similar situations myself with my eldest that’s why I have replied. It is heartbreaking and quite shocking when your young child makes threats on their own life. 

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  • Hello,

     If you feel your sons mental health is causing you any sort of concern then I would make contact with your GP to discuss your concerns. I would ask your son if he would like to talk to the GP about how he’s feeling or possibly another adult he trusts. I would also ask for a referral to Camhs.

    Not sure what the medication is you have mentioned in your message? Was this for your son?

    I would be taking steps to make sure he has no access to the balcony at all. I wish you well. I have been in similar situations myself with my eldest that’s why I have replied. It is heartbreaking and quite shocking when your young child makes threats on their own life. 

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