{"id":45015,"date":"2025-12-01T14:05:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T14:05:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/?post_type=neurodiversity&#038;p=45015"},"modified":"2026-01-28T11:29:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T11:29:30","slug":"autism","status":"publish","type":"neurodiversity","link":"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/ur\/neurodiversity\/support\/children\/autism\/","title":{"rendered":"\u0622\u0679\u0633\u0679\u06a9 \u0628\u0686\u0648\u06ba \u06a9\u06d2 \u0644\u06cc\u06d2 \u0645\u0639\u0627\u0648\u0646\u062a"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"assembler_default-group assembler_module_group assembler_default-group_1 assembler_module_group_1\"><div class=\"assembler_module_area assembler_module_area_1\"><div class=\"assembler_neurodiversity-text-module assembler_module assembler_neurodiversity-text-module_1 assembler_module_1  transparent\"><a tabindex=\"-1\" title=\"Section titled module-1\" id=\"module-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/ur\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/neurodiversity\/45015\/#module-1\" class=\"anchor\"><span class=\"hidden\">Section titled module-1<\/span><\/a><!-- Template found for neurodiversity-text-module - Template: template-text-neurodiversity - Matched: _only --><style>\r\n@media (max-width: 799px) {\r\n  .ti-neu {font-size:40px !important; margin-bottom: 2rem !important;}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<section class=\"w-full mx-auto max-w-content px-6 pt-8 sm:pt-16 pb-3 sm:pb-6\">\r\n    \r\n    <!-- Max width 1144px (matching Dorset exactly) -->\r\n    <div class=\"max-w-[1144px] mx-auto entry-content px-6\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- TITLE (full-width, on top) -->\r\n                    <h1 class=\"sm:text-4xl mb-16 ti-neu\">\r\n                Support for autistic children            <\/h1>\r\n        \r\n        <!-- 2-column layout -->\r\n        <div class=\"flex flex-col lg:flex-row \r\n                    gap-12 lg:gap-20\">\r\n\r\n            <!-- TEXT COLUMN (LEFT) -->\r\n            <div class=\"w-full lg:w-[60%] text-[20px] text-black entry-content\">\r\n                <p>Autistic children and families may need support in different ways. Whatever best helps, you can find out more about it in this section of our site. There are links to organisations that offer advice and practical support, as well as useful websites and directories that will signpost you to more help.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/neurodiversity\/website-feedback-form\/\">If you can\u2019t find what you\u2019re looking for, please let us know via our feedback form.<\/a><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <!-- IMAGE COLUMN (RIGHT) -->\r\n            <div class=\"w-full lg:w-[40%]\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"w-full rounded-lg overflow-hidden\">\r\n                              <picture  class=\" no-lazy\">\n                    <source media=\"(min-width: 0px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Faris-NHS_Orange-400x400-1-300x300.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Faris-NHS_Orange-400x400-1-150x150.png.webp 150w, https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Faris-NHS_Orange-400x400-1.png.webp 400w\" type=\"image\/webp\">\n                    <source media=\"(min-width: 0px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Faris-NHS_Orange-400x400-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Faris-NHS_Orange-400x400-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Faris-NHS_Orange-400x400-1.png 400w\" type=\"image\/png\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/PeopleCircles-Faris-NHS_Orange-400x400-1-300x300.png\" width=\"300\"  height=\"300\"  alt=\"\"   class=\"w-full h-auto object-cover no-lazy\" \/>\n              <\/picture>\n                        <\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n<\/div><!-- .assembler_neurodiversity-text-module.assembler_module.assembler_neurodiversity-text-module_1.assembler_module_1..transparent --><\/div><!-- .assembler_module_area.assembler_module_area_1 --><\/div><!-- .assembler_default-group.assembler_module_group.assembler_default-group_1.assembler_module_group_1  --><div class=\"assembler_default-group assembler_module_group assembler_default-group_2 assembler_module_group_2\"><div class=\"assembler_module_area assembler_module_area_1\"><div class=\"assembler_neurodiversity-accordion-module assembler_module assembler_neurodiversity-accordion-module_1 assembler_module_1  bg-light-background\"><a tabindex=\"-1\" title=\"Section titled module-2\" id=\"module-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/ur\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/neurodiversity\/45015\/#module-2\" class=\"anchor\"><span class=\"hidden\">Section titled module-2<\/span><\/a><!-- Template found for neurodiversity-accordion-module - Template: template-accordion-neurodiversity - Matched: _only -->\r\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/6.5.0\/css\/all.min.css\" integrity=\"sha512-...\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\" \/>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n.nd-acc { margin: 0 auto; 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}\r\n  .icon-plus { display: inline-block !important; }\r\n  .icon-x { display: none !important; }\r\n  .nd-acc-item.is-open .icon-plus { display: none !important; }\r\n  .nd-acc-item.is-open .icon-x { display: inline-block !important; }\r\n\r\n  .nd-acc-body {\r\n    display: none;\r\n    padding-top: 12px;\r\n    font-size: 16px;\r\n    line-height: 1.6;\r\n    margin-top: 8px;\r\n  }\r\n  .nd-acc-item.is-open .nd-acc-body { display: block; padding:0px; font-size:16px;}\r\n\r\n  .nd-acc-sub:focus, .nd-acc-icon:focus {\r\n    outline: 3px solid rgba(11,99,168,0.15);\r\n    outline-offset: 3px;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n\r\n.icon-plus { display: none; }\r\n\r\n.nd-acc-body {\r\n  display: none;\r\n  padding-top: 16px;\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.6;\r\n  padding:20px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.nd-acc-sub:focus, .nd-acc-icon:focus {\r\n  outline: 3px solid var(--color-header-text);\r\n  outline-offset: 3px;\r\n  padding: 20px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.nd-acc-row:hover .nd-acc-icon {\r\n  background: var(--color-header-text);\r\n}\r\n\r\n.nd-acc-row:hover .nd-acc-sub {\r\n  color: var(--color-header-text);\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<section class=\"w-full mx-auto max-w-content px-6 pt-6 sm:pt-12 pb-6 sm:pb-12 entry-content\" aria-label=\"Accordion section\">\r\n  <div class=\"nd-acc max-w-[1144px]\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366\">\r\n\r\n    \r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_0\">\r\n                  <h3>Online information and guidance<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_0-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_0-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>These websites and online resources provide helpful information on a wide range of topics linked to autism in children.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_0-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_0-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Online information and guidance\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_0-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_0-header\">\r\n          <h4>NHS website \u2013 autism information<\/h4>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/autism\/\" rel=\"noopener\">NHS website includes a wealth of information on autism<\/a>, including signs of autism, diagnosis, practical advice and support.<\/p>\n<h4>National Autistic Society website \u2013 advice and guidance<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autism.org.uk\/advice-and-guidance\" rel=\"noopener\">The National Autistic Society provides a directory of advice and guidance<\/a> on a huge range of topics, including information about diagnosis, physical health and more.<\/p>\n<h4>Ambitious About Autism website \u2013 information about autism<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk\/understanding-autism\/about-autism\/what-is-autism\" rel=\"noopener\">Ambitious About Autism<\/a> is a national charity that supports children, young people and their families. The website includes a wide range of helpful information and advice about autism.<\/p>\n<h4>Autism Central<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autismcentral.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">The Autism Central website<\/a> contains a wide range of information to support parents and carers, including helpful resources and signposting. Autism Central also provides one-to-one and group support to parents and carers in Dorset via the South West hub.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_1\">\r\n                  <h3>Local organisations<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_1-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_1-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Specialist autism charities and services in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire provide guidance, support and practical help to autistic children and their families.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_1-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_1-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Local organisations\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_1-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_1-header\">\r\n          <h4>Local Offer websites<\/h4>\n<p>The councils\u2019 Local Offer websites include information and links to a wide range of services and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), which can include autism.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/bristol-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol\u2019s SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/n-somerset.gov.uk\/my-services\/children-young-people-families\/send-hub-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Online Directory \u2013 Local Offer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/find-information-for-adults-children-families.southglos.gov.uk\/kb5\/southglos\/directory\/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=0&amp;channel=localoffer\" rel=\"noopener\">South Gloucestershire SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>SENDIass<\/h4>\n<p>Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Services (SENDIASS) offers free, confidential support to families who have children and young people aged 0-25 with SEND.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sendandyou.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">SEND and You<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Parent Carers Forums<\/h4>\n<p>Parent Carer Forums work to represent the collective voice and offer support to parent carers of children and young people 0-25 years, with additional needs and\/or disabilities. Working alongside the local authorities, education, health and other organisations the forums ensure the needs of the community are being met in the design of services. The local PCF websites provide information on how to have your say and the types of support available, including workshops, online support sessions and resources.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nspcwt.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Parents and Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sgpc.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">South Glos Parent Carers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>The National Autistic Society \u2013 Autism Services Directory<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autism.org.uk\/autism-services-directory\" rel=\"noopener\">The National Autistic Society Autism Services Directory<\/a> includes details on a range of organisations in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire that can provide support (tip: type \u2018Bristol\u2019, &#8216;North Somerset&#8217; or &#8216;South Gloucestershire&#8217; into the search bar).<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_2\">\r\n                  <h3>Support in education<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_2-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_2-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Some autistic children and young people may need additional support in school or college to help them fulfil their potential.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_2-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_2-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Support in education\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_2-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_2-header\">\r\n          <p>Every autistic child is different and the level and type of support they need in education will vary. For some, it may simply involve the school making certain adjustments to help them to thrive in an educational environment. Others may need dedicated support provided by a member of staff such as a teaching assistant, and some might benefit from the support of a specialist school.<\/p>\n<h4>Local Offer websites \u2013 education and learning support<\/h4>\n<p>The Local Offer websites include a wide range information on support for children and young people in education:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/bristol-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol\u2019s SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/n-somerset.gov.uk\/my-services\/children-young-people-families\/send-hub-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Online Directory \u2013 Local Offer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/find-information-for-adults-children-families.southglos.gov.uk\/kb5\/southglos\/directory\/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=0&amp;channel=localoffer\" rel=\"noopener\">South Gloucestershire SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>National Autistic Society \u2013 extra help at school<\/h4>\n<p>The National Autistic Society provides a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autism.org.uk\/advice-and-guidance\/topics\/education\/extra-help-at-school\/england\" rel=\"noopener\">comprehensive guide to how your child might receive additional help for their special educational needs (SEN) in school and further education<\/a>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_3\">\r\n                  <h3>Peer support<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_3-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_3-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Peer support is when people with shared experiences support one another in a variety of different ways. Autistic children and their families may benefit from peer support.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_3-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_3-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Peer support\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_3-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_3-header\">\r\n          <p>Peer support can be accessed via groups, networks and activities in the local community. It can provide a non-judgmental, safe space that allows people to connect with others, speak openly, and share advice and suggestions.<\/p>\n<h4>Local Offer websites<\/h4>\n<p>The councils\u2019 Local Offer websites provide information about local support groups and activities:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/bristol-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol\u2019s SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/n-somerset.gov.uk\/my-services\/children-young-people-families\/send-hub-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Online Directory \u2013 Local Offer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/find-information-for-adults-children-families.southglos.gov.uk\/kb5\/southglos\/directory\/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=0&amp;channel=localoffer\" rel=\"noopener\">South Gloucestershire SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>SENDIASS<\/h4>\n<p>SENDIASS can provide information about peer-to-peer groups, drop-in events and activities taking place in your local area:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sendandyou.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">SEND and You<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Autism Central<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autismcentral.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Autism Central<\/a> hosts online and in-person events to support parents and carers, as well as signposting to local activities and groups. Find information on coffee mornings, drop-in sessions, workshops and more on the website.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_4\">\r\n                  <h3>Online networks<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_4-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_4-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>In addition to face-to-face support and groups, there are a range of online networks and forums that can provide valuable connections and peer support.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_4-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_4-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Online networks\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_4-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_4-header\">\r\n          <p>Many of the groups listed in our peer support section have Facebook pages and online communities.<\/p>\n<h4>Talk About Autism<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forum.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Talk About Autism<\/a> is an online community for parents and carers of children with autism, managed by the national charity Ambitious About Autism.<\/p>\n<h4>The Ambitious Youth Network<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ambitious-youth-network.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ambitious Youth Network<\/a> is an online space for autistic young people aged 13-25 to be themselves. It is managed by the national charity Ambitious About Autism.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_5\">\r\n                  <h3>Advocacy and opportunities to have your say<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_5-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_5-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Advocacy services can help to give autistic children and their families a voice, as well as providing support in difficult situations.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_5-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_5-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Advocacy and opportunities to have your say\"\r\n          >\r\n            <!-- desktop collapsed = down, mobile collapsed = plus, opened = x -->\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-angle-down icon-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_5-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_5-header\">\r\n          <p>There are many different aspects to advocacy, from informal peer support through to community organisations offering free support and focused, regulated and supervised advocacy. There are also a range of ways for young people and families to have their say about services and support.<\/p>\n<h4>Parent carer forums<\/h4>\n<p>Parent carer forums represent parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and offer a range of opportunities to get involved and have your say.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/bristol-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">Bristol\u2019s SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/n-somerset.gov.uk\/my-services\/children-young-people-families\/send-hub-local-offer\" rel=\"noopener\">North Somerset Online Directory \u2013 Local Offer\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/find-information-for-adults-children-families.southglos.gov.uk\/kb5\/southglos\/directory\/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=0&amp;channel=localoffer\" rel=\"noopener\">South Gloucestershire SEND Local Offer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Autism Alliance<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autism-alliance.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Autism Alliance<\/a> is a network of autism charities that advocate for autistic people\u2019s rights. The Alliance does not provide direct advocacy services to individuals, but their work is leading to real changes in policy and support.<\/p>\n<h4>Ambitious About Autism participation team<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk\/what-we-do\/participation\/contact-us\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ambitious About Autism participation team<\/a> work to give young people (aged 16 and over) a voice in different ways, including a youth council and consultancy opportunities.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_6\">\r\n                  <h3>Emotional health and wellbeing<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            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fa-xmark icon-x\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\r\n          <\/button>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_6-body\" class=\"nd-acc-body\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_6-header\">\r\n          <p>Particular circumstances can sometimes lead autistic people to experience increased stress, anxiety or other difficulties for which mental health support can help.<\/p>\n<h4>Directory of mental health support for young people<\/h4>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/mental-health\/children-and-young-peoples-emotional-health-and-wellbeing\/\">Mental Health and Wellbeing Directory of Services for Children and Young People<\/a> includes information about organisations that provide mental health support to young people in the local area.<\/p>\n<h4>24\/7 support if you need to talk<\/h4>\n<p>If you are struggling and need to talk, these free services are available at any time, day or night, whatever age you are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Call NHS 111 and select option 2<\/li>\n<li>Text SHOUT to 85258 for confidential support via text message<\/li>\n<li>Call the Samaritans on 116 123, however big or small the problem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)<\/h4>\n<p>In some cases, autistic children and young people who are experiencing mental health difficulties may be supported by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awp.nhs.uk\/services\/children-and-young-people\" rel=\"noopener\">Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>More information on mental health and wellbeing<\/h4>\n<p>Learn more about mental health and wellbeing for neurodivergent people in our section on <a href=\"https:\/\/bnssghealthiertogether.org.uk\/neurodiversity\/explore\/mentalhealth\/\">mental health and neurodiversity<\/a>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n          <article class=\"nd-acc-item\" id=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_7\">\r\n                  <h3>Assessment and diagnosis<\/h3>\r\n        \r\n        <div class=\"nd-acc-row\">\r\n          <!-- subtitle acts as toggle target (clickable) -->\r\n          <div\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-sub\"\r\n            role=\"button\"\r\n            tabindex=\"0\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_7-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_7-body\"\r\n          >\r\n            <p>Find out more about autism assessments including the assessment process, different assessment routes and diagnostic criteria.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <!-- icon button (also toggles) -->\r\n          <button\r\n            type=\"button\"\r\n            class=\"nd-acc-icon nd-acc-toggle\"\r\n            aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n            aria-controls=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_7-body\"\r\n            data-acc-target=\"ndacc_69e31732cd366_7-body\"\r\n            title=\"Toggle Assessment and diagnosis\"\r\n          >\r\n            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