Responding to disclosure

As a parent, it’s natural to worry about your child growing up, developing into an adult and becoming ready to take on the world. When your child has an intellectual disability and/or autism spectrum disorder, these worries can feel overwhelming, particularly if your child requires a lot of support or uses non-verbal communication. Many parents are concerned about how their child will be able to tell them if something is wrong, and how they can respond in a supportive way.