16-year-old Brilliant & Talented Student, Commits Suicide After Misdiagnosis By Nurse

Cursory: A Brilliant and Talented 16-year-old autistic girl has committed suicide following a misdiagnosis by a mental health nurse.

Autistic Caitlyn Scott-Lee passed away in the Wycombe Abbey theater after becoming “hyper-fixated” over receiving her first detention, which was given when alcohol and a tattoo kit were discovered in her locker right before Easter. She ran away from school as a cry for help.

Her last diary entry said: “F*** the school. Running away was the best cry out for help I could give and you responded with we’d normally punish you but we know you’re already getting punished.

“Safeguarding my arse.”

She reportedly visited a doctor in High Wycombe in March to discuss suicide feelings and was then directed to child and mental health services, according to her father, Jonathan Scott-Lee.

After speaking with her on the phone, a mental health nurse determined that she was “low risk” and advised her to schedule another visit for May. However, on April 21, she committed suicide. Today is her funeral in Buckinghamshire.

If an autistic child discloses having suicide or depressive thoughts, Mr. Scott-Lee is advocating that the child be evaluated by a specialist within 24 hours. According to research, autistic people have a nine-fold increased risk of suicide.

He said: “I want Caitlyn’s story to lead to change so that neurodiverse children get the help needed in schools and medical settings [and] also thrive in society.

“If she had been prioritized appropriately and obtained medical intervention, she might still be with us.

“The HSBC executive told The Times he was praying for children taking their exams this year and hoped they would not be defined just by their grades.

“It never occurred to me that I should have asked whether my daughter would — very literally — leave school alive.”

In a statement issued previously, the £44,000-a-year school Wycombe Abbey said: “Everyone at Wycombe Abbey has been left deeply shocked by Caitlyn’s death.

“She was a highly valued member of our school community, a bright and talented young woman with enormous promise. She will be hugely missed by all of us.”

Those feeling distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 or email [email protected] in the UK. In the US, call the Samaritans branch in your area or 1 (800) 273-TALK

Source: LBC

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