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does your asd socialise at school?

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I would really be interested to know if children who have asd together with high levels of sensory issues benefit  being in school.

My youngest is stressed / anxious  most of the time, usually because of having to socialize with children he has no interest in and who go out of their way to make his life hell, yet I'm constantly told by school that taking him  out of school will turn him into a hermit and he will not be able to function in society.

What do others think?

Ps.  He does go to clubs and social events mixing with all ages.

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  • Like Hope, I don't believe mainstream is the right setting for ASD children and trying to include them just amplifies the anxiety.

    My own daughter couldn't cope with the huge numbers of children so stopped going.  The meltdowns stopped instantly.  While she was at school, she found it difficult to form relationships because very few children are understanding enough make good friends and they don't understand that crowds and noise can make the anxiety worse.  My daughter has relationships with adults that care about her.  I'm happy with that.  

    If your son is going to social groups outside of school, he's doing well imo.

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  • Like Hope, I don't believe mainstream is the right setting for ASD children and trying to include them just amplifies the anxiety.

    My own daughter couldn't cope with the huge numbers of children so stopped going.  The meltdowns stopped instantly.  While she was at school, she found it difficult to form relationships because very few children are understanding enough make good friends and they don't understand that crowds and noise can make the anxiety worse.  My daughter has relationships with adults that care about her.  I'm happy with that.  

    If your son is going to social groups outside of school, he's doing well imo.

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