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Taf · 29-10-2016, 18:38

Autism is a spectrum, so what is good for one is no good for another IMHO. In fact it can be detrimental in some cases.

We used to have a Parents' Federation where we could meet and discuss individual needs with some professional input. But that went down the plughole when grants and support were removed. Attempts to bring it back to life on a voluntary basis were thwarted at every single turn.

During their schooldays, "integration" was the buzzword i.e. stick them all together and hope they come out alive. Alive but barely educated or helped in meaningful ways. But that seems to be the way for many pupils these days.

Outside of school-hours there was no support, respite or advice available. And once they are considered adult, they usually don't get to see any specialists at all.

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Taf cf.mega poster Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Kairdiff-by-the-sea Age: 69 Services: TVXL BBXL Superhub 2ac (wired) 1Tb Tivo Posts: 10,190	Re: Autism legislation Autism is a spectrum, so what is good for one is no good for another IMHO. In fact it can be detrimental in some cases. We used to have a Parents' Federation where we could meet and discuss individual needs with some professional input. But that went down the plughole when grants and support were removed. Attempts to bring it back to life on a voluntary basis were thwarted at every single turn. During their schooldays, "integration" was the buzzword i.e. stick them all together and hope they come out alive. Alive but barely educated or helped in meaningful ways. But that seems to be the way for many pupils these days. Outside of school-hours there was no support, respite or advice available. And once they are considered adult, they usually don't get to see any specialists at all.