The number of autistic people dying by suicide year after year is a national scandal.
Today, following the inquest of Caitlyn Scott-Lee, a 16-year-old autistic girl who chose to end her own life, we have written an open letter to the Government to highlight the increased risk of suicide that autistic people face.
Our letter, signed by fellow campaigners, academic researchers, bereaved parents, our ambassadors, The National Autistic Society, PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, Tellmi, Samaritans and YoungMinds to call for urgent action to tackle the issue.
Visit our website to find out more and get involved:
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I’m glad this subject is being addressed.
I am late diagnosed autistic and child abuse survivor and abuse in adult life, recently diagnosed with CPTSD and recurring depression. Autism diagnosis age 38 in 2012. I can relate to autistic burnout also as my functioning has not been what it was since my mid 30’s. I have been unable to work at all apart from occassional volunteering for over 10 years.
We need more education, awareness and help in society. I survived a suicide attempt 30 years ago but still suffer with suicidal ideation daily and am on a long waiting list for trauma informed CBT