Most parents of children with a disability make many new friends, particularly among families who also have children with disabilities. But old friends are important too, as supporters, encouragers and respite carers. It is important to try and bring them along with you and your family. My child doesn't look disabled so people don't understand why he behaves like he does. I get dirty looks from people all the time, like it's my fault.
Some people interfere, thinking they are helping.
Having to deal with people's inappropriate behaviour can trigger strong emotional reactions. It is common to initially feel embarrassed or overwhelmed by anger at what people say and do. Few people are experienced in dealing with people with disabilities. They often don't know how to communicate with them or with you. Often people do and say things that are at best unsympathetic and at worst cruel and unkind.