I am so sorry to hear about your experiences at the hand of someone who was supposed to be there for you. Have you considered getting an emotional support animal? I had a friend in college with PTSD who got a service dog and it helped her mood so much.

@@Cindy99765 hi Cindy, thanks for such a kind reply. Service Dogs and Emotional Support animals are totally different. I have a service dog wo is still in training. A life saver. I am completely isolated so he is my world. Hope you are well.

I think knowing and understanding that it is not you is very helpful. Not your fault.

Know that you are loved so much by God.

@@jeepgirljody thank you for your reply. Sorry I am so late to say so

Side note: her way of self soothing - sucking her thumb and twirling her hair - are both things I did as a child (and still do). It's kind of fascinating to see this moment and see my younger self. Unfortunately, I wasn't raised in an ideal or supportive environment, and at 30 years old I am still without an autism diagnosis. But things like this reinforce what all of my research and introspection have shown me. Clear signs of autism. Unlike Mikko, I was hyperverbal but I definitely relate to her and the content you share in lots of other ways Thank you for sharing, it means a lot for people like me, and I'm sure it's a great deal of help for other parents who are experiencing similar things. You show them positive ways of managing these traits and the thought that someone may come across your videos and discover a healthier and more gentle approach to their own neurodivergent child absolutely warms my heart ❤

Bless you and thank you for this comment ❤❤❤. My son has violent meltdowns. And I’m so scared for his future. thank u for giving me hope

@@justhereforthevideos2798 It’s one of the scariest situations a parent could face, the uncertainty of their child’s future. Doctors fail to tell us that with many cases diet plays an enormous role in their behavior. We wear him out too. He gets agitated if we don’t stick to a schedule so we try to keep him busy and channel some of that nervous energy into positive actions. I really glad I was able to give you at least some peace of mind. ❤️

This gives me hope. My daughter is 2 years old level 3 asd and has broken my nose twice and I have scars on my shoulders from bite marks. If I’m being honest I have fallen into a horrible depression everyday I’m surviving second to second.

@@blacknwhitejuly hugs you ❤️❤️ it’s a very hard reality. That few talk about. But you’re doing it. Even on the days you just want to walk away. You’re doing it❤️ you’re strong and doing and great job. And even tho I don’t know you…..I’m proud of u

@@blacknwhitejuly I know it doesn’t always feel like it but you’re helping your child more than you could ever realize. I had family members suggest I put my son in a group home at one point. You will get through this. The first 5 years were our most difficult. The older the get, the better they learn to communicate & express themselves. I know how horrible it feels to have those bruises, scratches & lumps cause by an upset child. Use every resource available to you through your state, there are many. ❤️ Hugs and prayers to you. Edit: You’re all your child knows & asd children can’t separate their closest parent from theirselves, we’re an extension of them. We take a huge brunt of their burden. ❤️

I'm younger than 16 and I still do it.