Safeguarding children with autism – free booklet from NAS

England: Children and young people with disabilities are at higher risk of experiencing abuse and neglect than those without, but they are less likely to be subject to child protection plans (Ofsted 2012). 

Research from the US indicates higher prevalence rates of abuse among children and young people with autism than those without disabilities (Mandell D.S. et al 2005).

Children and young people with autism can have limited speech and struggle to communicate emotions and needs, making it difficult for professionals to identify signs of abuse and neglect.

This Safeguarding booklet is for all professionals who work with children with autism. It will support professionals to understand safeguarding and protection issues with regard to children with autism and guide them through the safeguarding process when they have concerns.

Order your free copy of the Safeguarding booklet: http://www.autism.org.uk/Products/Core-NAS-publications/Safeguarding.aspx