Secondary Schools: Autistic Pupils Debate
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Baroness Tyler of Enfield
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Secondary Schools: Autistic Pupils
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Baroness Barran (Con)
I think I have already said that the implementation plan will be published early this year.
Baroness Tyler of Enfield (LD)
Does the Minister agree that some children diagnosed with autism are also experiencing mental health difficulties, and that that is a complex interaction? What training is being given to mental health professionals working in mental health support teams in schools to understand and support autistic children who also have mental health problems?
Baroness Barran (Con)
I may need to write to the noble Baroness on the specifics of the training, but she is correct that we are supporting those professionals to respond and help identify mental health issues early among children in schools.