The animation will help people to understand what good friendships are, when they might be harmful, and what they can do. It is important that people with learning disabilities and autism, those who have cognitive difficulties, and also children and young adults, have positive opportunities to make and maintain friendships. We want to help them do this, to reduce the risk of harm and exploitation in groups who may be less able to recognise the intentions of others.
The animation has been updated recently to reflect the new arrangements for reporting concerns about an adult who may be at risk of abuse or neglect. The animation is only 3 minutes long, and can be used with or by anyone - carers, family, organisations, individuals and groups.