Eloping is a safety issue first, so act on two tracks. Immediate safety: door alarms or top-mounted latches, an ID band with your phone number, informing neighbours and the watchman, and constant supervision near roads and water. Behaviour work: a behaviour therapist should assess why he runs (escape, sensory, fun of the chase) and teach replacement skills like “stop/wait” and asking to go out. If eloping restarted after a medication change, tell your prescribing doctor — never stop or change medication on group advice alone.
Disclaimer: This is general information shared for parent awareness, not medical advice. Every child is different — please confirm decisions with your child's doctor or a qualified, RCI-registered professional.