Parenting

It's Autism Awareness Month and for the 2.8 million people in the UK affected by autism, including children, adults and their families, the lockdown is incredibly tough. Along with uncertainty, upheaval and confusing messages, this vulnerable group of children are more likely to suffer long-term mental health problems as a result. Social distancing is a concept we are all coming to terms with, but for autistic children these new rules can often be especially challenging.