Guidance to support a person with additional needs who becomes distressed and angry when you try to engage with them.

Abstract

This short guidance is for staff or carers who might not normally encounter such challenges. It may also be useful for others aiming to ensure best outcomes for all. It is always best if the individual is accompanied by a trusted other, but this may not always be possible, and even if it is, there may still be some anxiety. Please note such challenges occur in a relatively small proportion of people with additional support needs.