explore the mental health need commonly linked to autistic children
explore current research in this area, including more vulnerable groups of children.
provide participants with resources and strategies to use with this group of students
inform staff how to signpost students/families to external support
Pupils will:
have staff supporting them who can understand and support their mental health needs
Staff will:
be more confident managing anxiety in autistic students, and have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience and a range of strategies and resources to draw upon
Schools will:
have skilled staff to support this group of students, and signpost to other agencies as appropriate
SENCOs/Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and other professionals supporting autistic children and mental health related needs
