Mum's warning after autistic toddler, 3, almost drowned in lake
BBC
A mother whose autistic three-year-old daughter nearly drowned after wandering away from home highlights the urgent need for awareness about autism elopement, where autistic children suddenly leave safe areas. She emphasizes that quick judgments about parenting are unfair, as autistic children often lack danger awareness and may bolt due to sensory overload or other triggers. The incident also underscores the importance of understanding and supporting families of autistic children to prevent similar tragedies.
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