I'm scared. Very scared and worried. We found out about my daughters taxi situation and for her to get a taxi to and from school, I have to pay, a lot of money, which I don't have. I've asked people around and they don't have the money to help either so I've explained the situation to her and as I imagined it hasn't gone down well.
She has had such a horrible and traumatic time at school and now she is settled and happy. She has severe anxiety and this has affected school, aswell as being autistic. She was diagnosed in 2020, at 14, and we only got a place at this school just over a year ago. She is absolutely devastated and says her whole life has been a waste and is having suicidal thoughts. In the past She has carried her plans out. If anything happens, whilst in my care, she will be taken out my care by social services and be put into care. I am scared. I don't know what to do.
What other educational options does she have? She has no GCSEs or qualifications, she can't go to college, can't work, can't do an apprenticeship, all her words. Is there a chance she could have PTSD which is a contribution to all this? Can we self diagnose it because she is refusing to have professionals involved after what she's been through. I've done tests online and I know they aren't accurate but they all say there is a possibility. She refuses all help and wants to stay at school, which means only I can take her but that means all the money I earn will be paid for petrol and I just can't afford it, I know it sounds selfish.
I have messaged someone/a professional who is a careers adviser to help with other options. If anyone has any ideas or advice, it is greatly appreciated. She hates me and her dad and her step parents now and I really don't want her to get into a dark place again. Thanks for letting me rant on, I really needed it. X
