Sexual abuse online: helping my autistic child - The Marie Collins Foundation - Stay Safe Partnership

Outcomes

To explain what online harm is and ways you can effectively help and support your children.

Service Description

This PDF guide explores how to support autistic children who may have experienced or be vulnerable to sexual abuse online.

This guide:

  • explains what online harm is
  • explores how autism might affect your child’s safety online and how to help them use the internet safely
  • provides advice on speaking to your child about the internet
  • explains how to spot signs of abuse online
  • advises parents and carers on how to respond if something does happen (or has happened)
  • offers advice on where else you can access help and support
Availability
Cost

Free