Challenging Behaviour

When a child is diagnosed with a disability the amount of information and support offered to the family varies. Families can feel very alone and unsure about how to support their child, or what will happen in the future. Seeing challenging behaviour appear in a young child can be upsetting and confusing. There is a lot to learn and getting professional help and specialist services can be difficult.

School Support

School is able to offer support through:

• Social stories
• Bespoke 1:1 sessions
• Referral to the FASST Team for 1:1 HOPE session (Helping Our Pupils Emotions).
• Referral for THRIVE support.
• Referral to specialist services if appropriate.

Challenging Behaviour Support for Families

When a child is diagnosed with a disability the amount of information and support offered to the family varies. Families can feel very alone and unsure about how to support their child, or what will happen in the future. Seeing challenging behaviour appear in a young child can be upsetting and confusing. There is a lot to learn and getting professional help and specialist services can be difficult.

What help can families get?

• The Challenging Behaviour Foundation’s Family Support Service offers confidential emotional support by telephone or email. We also have a Family Carers’ Email Network to put you in touch with other families.
• Carers’ charities, support groups and parent networks all offer support.
• Siblings can get in touch with other young people in their position or join in special activities through young carers charities.
• A carer’s assessment from adult social services looks at whether you need extra support. This can be short breaks or respite, financial support, or help to get into training or work.
• Families may be entitled to different benefits or funding, like direct payments.

Follow the links below for more information and how to contact them.

Child to Parent Abuse Support for Families

If you're experiencing Child to Parent Abuse then there is help to stand by you, to empower you, to listen to you and offer support.

Do you live in fear of your child or their reactions, feeling you're 'walking on eggshells?

Do you alter your behaviour, routines or what you say to avoid repercussions?

Do you avoid social situations or have you lost family or friends due to your child's behaviour?

Does your child make threats to kill or harm you?

Do they damage property or steal from you?

Are you worried about your family's safety?

Have you had to reduce your hours or leave work altogether as a direct consequence?

Follow the link below for more information and how to contact them.