Supporting Autistic and Neurodivergent Children Recovering from Abuse

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A practical resource for anyone working with young victim-survivors

Häftad, Engelska, 2025

Av Susy Ridout

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Recovery following sexual abuse is unique to the individual. In addition to this, autistic and neurodivergent children are more likely to have a widerange of different communication needs, meaning that they may struggle to verbally express what has happened to them, and have more difficultyprocessing and understanding the trauma they have experienced. Written by a leading expert with lived experience, chapters focus on the key areasfor support workers to consider, including how to re-build trust, understanding safety, and managing sensory and emotional overwhelm. The resource is aimed at anyone supporting children who have experienced abuse, this book includes printable resource sheets and adaptable activities to supportthe child’s recovery journey.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2025-10-01
Mått210 x 297 x 11 mm
Vikt519 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor120
FörlagPavilion Publishing and Media Ltd
ISBN9781803884578

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DR SUSY RIDOUT is Founder of Lotus Collaborations, which unashamedly forefronts the voices and needs of autistic survivors of sexual violence andrelated abuse. Susy is a competent and passionate trainer in neurodivergence, sexual violence and abuse with health and specialist services, Sexual Assault Referral Centres, and the police, in addition to numerous community groups. Her vision for Lotus is to raise awareness of the unique needs ofautistic survivors in response to violence and to challenge oppressive practices and frameworks of power.

TestimonialsForeword by Alexis QuinnPrologueIntroductionChapter 1: Building trustChapter 2: Safety, body awareness anddiscussing sexualityChapter 3: Supporting communicationChapter 4: Understanding myexperiencesChapter 5: Exploring sensory sensitivitiesChapter 6: Understanding and expressingemotions and feelingsChapter 7: Understanding and voicingtriggersChapter 8: Healthy FriendshipsOrganisations and contactsFurther readingAppendices