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Girl with autism struggling amid lack of supports

Kayla is 16 years old, and has autism and an intellectual disability. She has previously struggle...

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16.27 23 Oct 2025


Girl with autism struggling amid lack of supports


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16.27 23 Oct 2025


Kayla is 16 years old, and has autism and an intellectual disability. She has previously struggled in school due to suspensions and changing teachers, having had 3 different ones so far this school year.

Ciara Doherty is joined by Kayla’s mum, Aisling, to talk about the challenges facing her daughter, and what can be done to help her.


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