My 13 DS is dyspraxic with many red flags for asd. Life at home is regular so there is little challenge. At school that is different. He is notable and noticed in class for his, let's say, with quirky traits. So social life is tricky for him. Very little natural ability to make small talk, engage friends etc. This does and will continue to challenge him, likely throughout his life. In addition there are times of heightened anxiety around unpredictability. For example school has reworked the day so he doesn't know where to go. Cue much upset yesterday and this morning.
My question is what groups exist to support teens like mine? Is there anything out there? WWYD? I've contacted the school just now so waiting to see what they suggest. I see this as a crucial step in his development. Remember going to uni and negotiating the unknown? Or interviews? These things are hard but we get through them. My DS won't if I don't start the ball rolling on developing this side of him: independence, ability to adapt to change, resilience....