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[quote=Anonymous]While I appreciate that someone cared enough to verify that my child was not in danger, I was really horrified this morning when the police showed up at my house. My elementary age child, who has autism and ADHD, had a very loud meltdown about something insignificant. Child is on medication, in therapy, and we work with their medical team to develop treatment and coping strategies. We are actively working on emotional regulation. It is NOT easy.

I feel so upset, embarrassed, sad, scared. To me, it means my neighbor suspected abuse and asked the police to do a welfare check. They came in, we talked, they talked to my child, and all was well. I fear that now I have a record started. What if they keep being called for welfare checks? What if my ex uses this against me?

I feel the need to have a security camera at least inside the main living area, to protect myself against any accusations.

It could really have only been one neighbor. I wrote them a note explaining my child’s neurodivergence, apologized for any disturbance, and asked that they contact me with concerns. I haven’t been able to stop crying today over this, and I didn’t go to work. I’ve never had interaction with police beyond a speeding ticket.[/quote]

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