Autism Meltdown & Panic Attack

Autism meltdowns are challenging on their own. Poor Ian had a panic attack on top of his meltdown so we show how we dealt with his troubles. There are more methods beyond what is shown in this video, including CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), so please continue to do research. Thanks for spreading education about autism.
#autism #autismawareness #autistic #autismvlogs #meltdown

[@Anthonayofftheheezay]

I’m 29 years old and though I don’t have autism, I do suffer from a severe panic disorder. Panic attacks are absolutely horrid and watching your son reminds me somewhat of me when I was his age. That feeling of impending doom you feel during an attack… it’s overwhelming

[@alexanderschoemaker5853]

As an older autistic person, it hurts me so much to see Ian struggling with this. I remember all too wel how this feels. Fortunately, with age, it got better for me, and I'm sure it will for Ian, too. He seems like a wonderful, intelligent, kind boy.

[@candicewdowiak9254]

This made me cry . This has got to be the hardest thing for the child and as an Asd mom it kills me when we have this happen

[@ellygatta81]

@@candicewdowiak9254 as an autistic female orphan person who's only recently been diagnosed (I'm 41) I'm crying. Ian is so lucky.

[@Stephenm902]

@@ellygatta81 your crying? WIMP! 🤣🤣🤣

[@ellygatta81]

@@Stephenm902 yeah sure, whatever 💓😘

[@Stephenm902]

@@ellygatta81 don’t kiss me because you have the 😘 emoji

[@delaneybrown-xn6uc]

“I’m not hurting anyone” poor buddy. I work with this population and some after a meltdown (if they’re able to comprehend) will apologize or check on the ppl they may have hurt. This boy is aware of how his actions affect others which is amazing.

[@amymasters993]

My 11 year old son gets meltodwns at school and at home. He gets them because of anxiety and being overwhelmed. He cries but at school he cries silently so he doesnt get a violation. He tends to get them at school because of certain subjects like math and certain social studies assignments. I feel really bad for Ian. My son has meltdowns but they arent like this. He usually stays in one place and cries it out. Poor kid 😟

[@samucob123]

and thats me (NO FREAKING JOKE)

[@ayeu520]

My 16 year old autistic daughter also has these meltdowns and tore her sheets off the bed too. But she hyperventilates and cries. She won't even attend school her anxiety is so bad.

[@samucob123]

@@ayeu520 i sympathize

[@samucob123]

@@ayeu520 1 like=1 prayer

[@Stephenm902]

😂😂😂

[@florastewart7957]

The terror he must be experiencing. Dad is doing a great job.

[@chriztianwennersten4154]

The way you talk him through it with a soothing and calm voice and keep your hand on his chest and holding his hand was very touching to see.

[@nedzadmidzic8068]

And very usefull in this situation, I think.

[@greyv3349]

@@nedzadmidzic8068 not for everyone if i was in that situation adding another sense would send me into shutdown

[@kilIstation]

I don't usually have panic attacks with my meltdowns, but I know how terrifying they are.

[@DiamondAviator4]

Agreed.

[@lambykin842]

1:30 when he says “im sorry” :( i hope hes doing alright

[@GoldenWolf248]

It sounded like he said, “I’m dying”

[@aleksandra2520]

I'm an academic coach for special kids like your son. It is really heartbreaking to see them suffering. These children are talented and intelligent. They have their own unique ways of expressing themselves. God bless your family.

[@ayeu520]

Ian, my sixteen year old daughter is exactly like you sweetie with severe anxiety and panic attacks. She tears her sheets off her bed as well and cries a lot but tries to hide it. You are not alone. I like the breathing technique your Dad was doing to help calm you down.

[@mreneangel9775]

This is a very understanding father that tries to help his child through it. A lot of parents don’t know how to do this. At least he knows that his parents are trying to understand and are doing what they can.

[@rkdbace8428]

I can’t believe parents really have to go through like this. I believe parents seeing their kids gone or situations like this is the most heart breaking.

[@1NDEF1N1TE]

I deal with it on a daily basis and he is only 2 1/2. It just has to be met with unconditional love and understanding. My son gets comfort knowing we have his back. Still no ABA and at times he can come to. It definitely is a rarity but he's the greatest thing to ever happen to me.

[@lindaconley1960]

It takes a special kind of parent to deal with it. My son is 11 and has it and a couple other diagnoses. It can get difficult being a single mom. But my most difficult part is, the state I live in, the school system sucks, and has been no help at all. Actually makes things worse for him. Anyone else have this problem???

[@auroraevee]

try being the one with autism. a hell lot worse

[@beckee6282]

Yes, it’s hard for the parents, but it’s a million times harder for the poor kid. I don’t know why autism is the only disorder where the sufferers pain is placed second to the caretakers

[@leviet5538]

How do u think the kid feels

[@softsummers]

I'm currently doing research on Meltdowns as an Autistic Adult because I've been tasked with giving training on Autism at my workplace. This video made me start sobbing but not because I felt bad for Ian but because of how loved he is and how fantastically you handled this situation. I can only imagine how much Trauma I could have avoided if my parents had known about my Autism and had treated my "tantrums" this way. You are a fantastic father and Ian is in the very best, most gentle Hands with you guys! Thank you for sharing this vulnerable moment for educative purposes. Wishing you guys the very best x

[@adamlynch1566]

my heart hurts for him. I hope he has less meltdowns as he grows. God bless. and he's lucky to have such a great father and caregiver.

[@ElaineWalker]

The first part of this looks very familiar.. basically what happens to me in a more extreme meltdown. The panic attack looks unfamiliar. I guess I've never had a panic attack. He seems like such a great kiddo. Pulls at my heart strings so much.

[@tuvabuer5849]

It is good to see how calm you are around your boys and especially when they are heving sencory meltdowns. You are really good rolemodels!☺️

[@tuvabuer5849]

Please excuse my spelling! I am from Norway and are not very good with English spelling rules

[@gamer546lg5]

Bad parents

[@Neo-Di-Leo]

@@gamer546lg5why bad parents tell ME WHY THEY ARE “BAS PARENS😡”

[@Neo-Di-Leo]

@@gamer546lg5 exactly it’s been nearly 2 months so no there not bad parents

[@gamer546lg5]

@@Neo-Di-Leo because they need to teach their kids to not panic over everything like a toddler

[@ChevalierdeJohnstone]

Dude your son is so freaking awesome. What a trooper he’s trying so hard to help himself and doing such an awesome job. Thinking about making sure he doesn’t hurt others while he’s going through this, making mental connections to things that can help him, observing and cataloguing his own reactions - WOW. Brilliant young man.

[@lindaconley1960]

I am really glad you are on here, showing the real face of autism. I have an 11 year old boy with ADHD , autism and schizo-effective disorder, bi-polar type. I have seen so many things on internet where teenagers pretending they have autism. Because it is so obvious they are faking it. But it makes me really mad that they do that. Hope you guys have a good day.

[@mattdecurtis8205]

I know it is evil

[@mummer7337]

Kind of fucked up that he'd rather film than use 2 hands to help his kid though. Couldn't even get the sheet on

[@AnnaH4R]

​@Demian ALIKA what are you talking about?

[@Angel.-dust3620]

@@mummer7337he filmed for awareness

[@entrapta8049]

@@mummer7337 He filmed this to raise awareness.

[@jenwoods2352]

thank you so much for sharing this. My autistic teenager was recently diagnosed and I'm still "normalizing." It's so hard to see our kids hurting like this, it helps to not feel alone as a family affected by ASD. God bless you guys.

[@ursbaumann6891]

Thank you so much for all your videos! As a Cubscout Leader some twenty years ago we seemed to have some kids with those symptoms. But this was at a time, when autism was not talked about which made our lifes as leaders rather demanding. Now I work for vulnerable refugees. I cannot thank you and the whole family enough for sharing your lifes. I am learning a lot about little or bigger issues. I wish you all the very best for 2023. Thanks also to the kids for allowing to share. Loads of things came clear to me so far.

[@dawnjackson2190]

This is so heartbreaking to watch. This video showed up on my KZbin feed. Basically, this is my introduction to your family. I found myself talking out loud to Ian. I was using my calm voice and telling him to breathe in through his nose and out through his mouth. The smell the flowers and blow out the candles routine. I've suffered from panic attacks since my 14th birthday, and we, as a family, tried everything. The above technique was the only one that would actually help me. Thank you for sharing Ian's story. I'm positive this will help in educating others going through similar circumstances. 🙏

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@djHyperfresshh]

I’m so glad that some families still help out their children. I’ve seen to many parents playing victim when having autistic kids. This warms my heart. He has such a caring dad.❤

[@zainmushtaq4347]

You are such an amazing father. God bless you and your family for all the patience and for your effort 😇⭐

[@silicon212]

I've been on the experiencing end of these several times throughout my life. It can be scary because you know what's going on, you think you have control, you realize you have no control, you're merely a passenger at this point hanging on. I'm now a 53 year old and this still happens under certain circumstances. I can count 20 times this happened to me at my old work and mostly aimed in the direction of my boss, who is quite Machiavellian. I left that job after experiencing one for the 'final' time due to his issues. I really felt for Ian there because I can see myself there as a kid.

[@MsGlo429]

Thank you for doing this video. I am 13 who also have autism. I had a panic attack just yesterday because I had a year 10 friend who had a panic attack. I became excessively worried about her so I had panic attack that I couldn't control properly. But I had two teachers who help me with this so yeah. I am doing a bit better now. But exams are constantly worrying me so I am having frequent panic attacks. But I am getting there. I hate it when people tell me that I am faking having one but I am really having one. I had a panic attack and a sensory meltdown before so I know how Ian feels.

[@florastewart7957]

Like any kid, you will have mean ignorant people to deal with. They won’t be in your life for long as summer’s coming!

[@WereGrowingThroughIt]

Thank you for being willing to share this. My daughter is 5 and a pro at masking but when home the overstimulation of the day often means a meltdown when with her safe person/people (me) in her safe space (home) no one can believe what I tell them she experiences during a meltdown because they only experience the masked and scripted version of her. She becomes aggressive and to with trash her learning room throw things hit kick bite and hardest of all thrash hit her head or bite herself. I see it when it’s coming and most of the time we regulate before there is aggression but sometimes it goes their and in those moments it’s like I see my child fighting to overcome someone else’s action she has no control of it at all and is so apologetic and remorseful afterwards it’s heartbreaking the world sees it and thinks it’s all behavior issues /self control issues… and that’s just not the case. They can’t help these moments, I wish people would understand that an autistic child’s sensory meltdown is not a behavioral health disorder or tantrum due to being spoiled it is medical it is their nervous system and it is not their fault nor the parents. I hope people are learning that from what you post.

[@user-ju9yn9eh4n]

You both sealed with this really well! I’m so glad that you didn’t get angry or upset at him and i have an autistic sister who has mealtdowns that I don’t know how to deal with so this is really good to see.

[@rothko1234]

This poor baby boy - I feel for him so much…great calm daddy

[@costinaosan3555]

Your sus

[@gamer546lg5]

Naughty child, not autism

[@arachne4070]

Thank you for being such a kind and understanding parent, I know only too well how this can feel and how stressful it be.

[@allisonmiller2684]

As someone with Asperger’s who has experienced numerous meltdowns like this, I just wanted to say that parents being there and supportive and nonjudgmental of their children during times like this is so SO important, and thank you so much for being that kind of parent for this little boy. I also wanted to suggest that since these meltdowns are caused by sensory overstimulation, it would likely help if you actually didn’t touch, talk to, or even look at him when he’s like that, except to ask or do what would make him more comfortable and keep him from hurting himself but still keeping yourself present and supportive to make sure that they don’t think you are just ignoring them while they are upset and to make sure that they don’t injure themselves. In this case, the blanket and lying down, and some occasional comforting words probably. Also, when sensory overstimulation happens, what makes you feel better one second can start to make you feel uncomfortable very fast. Like, a weighted blanket can suddenly feel too constricting, or wanting to be hugged then suddenly launching yourself away from your parents because the touch is suddenly too much as I used to do. The two best ways to help autistic children out of meltdowns is with either distraction (usually with a preferred activity or item), or by helping them to “come down” from the stimulation by being aware of and removing stimulating things from their environment. Often times, a mixture of the two. If they bang their head on the wall or engage in other self injurious behavior, you can encourage them to instead clap their hands. I learned that last one while working as an ABA therapist for autistic children. I hope any of this helps.

[@florastewart7957]

Good advice!

[@NovaLeeNation1687]

I’m late diagnosed autistic (at 29, I’m now 36) I’ve experienced numerous meltdowns and panic attacks, it’s immensely helpful to see footage like this to understand what I’ve lived through and how to move forward as I have an incredible amount of trauma associated with my meltdowns. Please thank Ian for sharing this with us, he’s incredibly brave to do so in order to help people like me. sending your family so much love, your videos are helping me so much!

[@tewmten]

I've been dealing with this my entire life. Some weeks are okay, but it happens a few times per week. I thought I was broken. I'm turning 37 in two months, and I just got my ASD diagnosis a couple of days ago. I think knowing it's not only me helps. Thank you for sharing this video!

[@Blox117]

anyone older than 2 still acting like this has serious issues

[@tewmten]

@@Blox117 not helpful

[@Blox117]

@@tewmten It is, I would not accept such behavior from my child.

[@Mute2024]

@@Blox117 😡😡😡😡😡😡😡

[@Mute2024]

@@Blox117 I hope you don’t have children!

[@brookehartley5085]

Thank you for showing this. You are loved and protected by such gentle parents. Thank God

[@SuperiorSprayFoamLLC]

This breaks my heart man. Poor little guy. I was praying for him for this to stop happening to him and for you amazing parents to help him through this. I can’t imagine how difficult this must be.

[@coral_panda738]

Just had a meltdown and went on KZbin to try and calm myself down and found your channel. A lot of times it’s over stigma that seems ‘dumb’ or ‘stupid’ to people who don’t have or know autistics like I just had a meltdown over playing Minecraft on a different computer. If you add all of the feelings that we can’t decipher and not fully understanding some things and sensory overload and change, you get panic. It f-ing sucks but your kids have great parents to help them through it, just keep doing what you’re doing and in a few years time they’ll fully realize just how greatful they are for the way that you support them.

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

As A 25 year old KZbinr myself who had been diagnosed with Asperger’s aged 2 and a half in the year 2000 i do feel that Ian is like a great intelligent young boy

[@DogCatLady2004]

I am on the spectrum and this was so heartbreaking.. I feel for him on a completely new level.. I have the worst freakouts when I'm stressed or upset.. I get high blood pressure and rapid breathing.. I even flipped out on my mother a few times.. it's awful.. I do almost exactly what he does.. I sometimes even think really negatively. Poor child.. I'm 18 and still haven't stopped having meltdowns over the smallest things.. autism is something that can't be helped.. but there are some positives with it tho.. we are extremely intelligent and creative.

[@simplyme4140]

I just wanted to gain knowledge something i cant find online regarding meltdowns. What age do meltdowns begin in autistic kids ? And do all autistic kids have this at one point in life. ? For parents where internet is so confusing on finding red flags. Can meltdown be one such to rule out if toddler for example doesnt have meltdowns does that mean he or she isnt autistic? Thanks

[@DogCatLady2004]

@@simplyme4140 I actually don't know.. ask someone who does?

[@Angel.-dust3620]

@@simplyme4140mine began at age 9/10 I believe❤

[@Amy-po3hu]

It amazes me that your voice remains calm from the beginning of the meltdown to the end of it. You are a agreat dad, and Ian, who suffers through so much, is very lucky to have a dad like you.

[@nightfalldust]

I'm glad that you actually helped with the situation. I saw another thingy where they literally just sat there telling her she was being bad, and just sitting there recording. I doubt they even asked her if they could post it.

[@stephaniekellermann6384]

How frightening that must have been for Ian. Courageous boy and a good, supportive dad.

[@maggielucas8685]

Kudos to every parent who copes with this 24/7. I looked after autistic young people for 11 years and felt complete burnout towards the end. You're amazing Dad. All the best to your family.

[@kassi4837]

Seeing parents attempt to step into their children’s shoes and attempt to understand their kids and walk them through their difficulty so compassionately without considering them a burden is so refreshing.

[@user-um4yy5po1o]

This is similar to how I acted when I was a young girl. I had severe anger issues. I would scream, hit, kick, push, and bang anything. Even the tiniest of things would have me about to kill a man. My parents were really bad at handling when this happened. But it’s nice how good you are with him.

[@azzikagraham488]

As an autistic adult who has experienced many of the same kinds of things as your son…and sometimes still struggles with it…all I can say is how brave he is for sharing these truly difficult moments with others. I know exactly how it feels on the inside but never seen it from outside like that. I cried because I could relate so much..I’m so proud of all of you for being honest and raw and dealing with it so incredibly well. I only wish I’d parents like you. Keep up the great work. ❤

[@haileyrain2390]

So grateful for your family and the invaluable lessons you have taught us . I hope the kids get just how much all of us have learned and how it enables us to help other kids with autism . Being new to being an aide to autistic children , these videos are a Godsent . Thank you for sharing even your most difficult moments . You are very brave and very strong .

[@MF99K]

Thank you for being so supportive of your son. My meltdowns were often worse than this, and my parents mostly just stood by and told me to stop

[@user-bz2zk8pi6l]

As a 51 year old who is just now on the road to getting diagnosed with Asperger's (not yet DX'd but scoring 100% on probability quiz and seeking help), already having a slew of co-morbidities, having a lifetime of abuse and bullying, I can say that this looks familiar... but in an internal sense. If I were to let my falculties show during the worst times, this is what it would be manifested as. And in watching, I see some things that others would not be able to pinpoint unless they know what this feels like. Thank you for having the courage to both share this video and for being an amazing father! I miss my father... he was the only source of unconditional love I ever knew. But please thank your son and give him a hug from me... please let him know that his courage and strength is helping others, including a 51 year old woman who thinks he is great! I 🙂🥰💜

[@talynhastime9343]

This is so much better than certain youtube channels and tiktok accounts, where they record the kids’ meltdowns and go ‘see what we parents have to deal with? It’s so hard being a parent..’, as if our meltdowns are the same as a tantrum. They never do anything to help the kid through it, just leave them in the environment and record them like they’re animals, and the recording itself feels like an attack, a humiliation. Wish more channels were like this, that put the kid’s needs first and show examples without exploiting our condition.

[@florastewart7957]

I noticed that too.

[@DBK415]

I applaud your honesty. This must of been hard to post. We all have good and bad days. Even I still have meltdowns every once in a while. No one is perfect.

[@abalanna]

Sometimes I have panic attacks, then meltdowns. I scream, run, hit the floor or another things. Absolutely awful experience and I feel really sorry for Ian.

[@MiniTemper1023]

I also have autism and I have meltdowns still but lately I haven’t cried at all from them at all. Thanks for showing us that! Now I know how to calm down.

[@lexusgodina2296]

I didn’t expect this video to make me so emotional. I started crying when he screamed I’m sorry and that he wasn’t hurting anyone. When I had meltdowns as a kid my parents made it so much worse with their emotional abuse and refusal to soothe me. I still have meltdowns as an adult and have been invalidated and bullied many times so it’s beautiful to see patience with this sweet kid.

[@gamer-8955]

I love how calm the father is in this situation a d he always asks how the boy is. He gives him good advice too. What an awesome dad. It's really hard to watch the boy go through his meltdown and a panic attack at the same time. I feel it when I see him going through it. Seems he has good parents that support him and I'm glad.

[@mszafran51]

When a parent is calm at times like this, so will the kid. If parent yells, the situation gets worse. Some parents need to learn this!

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@carmelabrand3511]

I know how this feels, I don't experience this often but the times i have i know its not fun and i know how it feels, having a panic attack on top of it never helps either, so sorry to see him goign through that, love you guys so much

[@Jess-kd7lb]

Thank you for sharing; I'm an undiagnosed female and I share some symptoms with him, especially the transition into panic mode. I had a bad melt/break-down yesterday and it reminded me to allow myself the freedom of introspection with my own thoughts and experiences. This video has helped me understand my own behavior and I applaud your sons bravery going through more emotionally and cognitively than the average boy.

[@JonLaurs]

I love the fact they gave full consent for this. Panic attacks are the worst, I've experienced them when I was younger. Nothing but love and support for everyone out there. No matter how horrible or how lovely your life is, I love you all

[@DJJYT-]

As an teenager autistic person, it hurts me so much to see Ian struggling with this. I remember all too well how this feels. Fortunately, with age, it got better for me, and I'm sure it will for Ian, too. He seems like a wonderful, intelligent, kind boy.

[@TheRoadGeek266]

Its Really Sad to see a kid with autism have a meltdown. I stopped doing meltdowns at 7 years old and I feel bad for these kids.

[@josephharrington4502]

Poor kid. I get panic attacks sometimes, especially anxiety. I hope he’s OK.

[@blessed7927]

We had a student that was allergic to food and it made his already sensitivities much much worse. Autism and food are closely related. Finding out what feeds his mind and what causes more than usual disturbances can be a big help to the child’s nervous system. My heart goes out to this young boy a lot because panic attacks are not joke. ❤

[@JustVenting653]

When I was younger I had many meltdowns like this and my parents say I was just a brat and half the time those meltdowns also transitioned into panick attacks but once again my parents sent me to my room and didn’t even bother to help when I felt like I was dying, I was really afraid of being left alone for some reason and my parents didn’t care at all.

[@jamescashin288]

This boy is blessed to have a great man looking after him.

[@Alien_ated-human88]

I had regular panic attacks ten years ago in McDonald’s and call center- two my worst jobs. I was absolutely sure I had some problems with my heart. Now I have a two year old daughter and started having panic attacks and terrible shaking feeling and heart palpitations at home. This way I figured out it was all due to noise that I hate. My daughter makes a lot of noise. Earplugs help me a lot. But I remember covering myself with blanket whenever I could, or closing myself in a dark tiny room and wrapping my head to calm down. I also press my forehead against some surface and move my head on sides it helps me a lot too. I had meltdowns after school at home. At school I felt like on a high alert mode because of the noise, smells and crowds and everything together. Teachers forced me to play with others while I couldn’t stand the noise. It was traumatic.

[@alangray9117]

He got triggered by sensory overload somehow. I hope he's OK and that doesn't happen too often. Knowing several kids on the spectrum it has to be agony.

[@harley3338]

My girlfriend was just recently diagnosed with ASD and she had this happen. I had no idea what I was doing so I just told her that I was there and that she was okay and to just breath. Not even an hour later, she thankfully calmed down and fell asleep. She was overwhelmed with the feeling of falling asleep. It breaks my heart to see her go through it and it breaks my heart even more to see your son go through this

[@Joeladgra]

What a wonderful calm Dad!

[@sercosmo]

I'm glad that he can say sorry during his meltdowns, it seems like both you and him are trying your best.

[@fern1416]

Aww poor Ian. I really like Ian and how he tries so hard to get back to calm. Seen it a few times now in diffrent videos. He is nice and he likes to explain things at other times

[@LikeSomeDude]

Dads voice = 🏆 . Some great parenting goin down in this vid. Sending love your way!

[@sarahmandujano4363]

Thank you so much for sharing. My toddler has autism and is non verbal. So it is very difficult to know what is happening. Now thanks to this video i can get an idea of whats happening and how to help get thru these meltdowns.

[@realfilm4]

You’re channel is really good because you can inform other parents about what it is like for having a kid with autism

[@kimchiman1000]

This brought me to tears, as I feel terrible for this kid. I remember how I used to be like that when I was his age - not to the same degree, but the same sort of thing. Don't know how my parents managed to bear it. I grew out of it for the most part, but the memories are not good. I hope this boy will be able to get past it. Lucky he has parents that understand what he's going through.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@kimchiman1000]

@@edithbannerman4 Better than last night for sure. Had an argument with my wife about something, which turned into a meltdown. I tried to explain that it was a meltdown, but she wouldn't hear any of it. "You don't have autism!" For the life of me I don't know how to handle her being in denial about it. It's like she thinks autism is a dirty word or something 'other people' may have, but not me. But now it's another day and I just hope for the best.

[@pikachuchujelly7628]

Good on you for calming your son during these meltdowns. I wish my parents knew how to deal with it rather than beating me and making it worse.

[@user-so9hs2px6m]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE EVERYONE READ THIS!!!!!!! MY 4 YEAR OLD HAS BEEN MISDIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM - AND FOUGHT MY WAY TO SEE A NEUROSURGEON DUE TO THE PEDIATRICIAN FOCUSING ON AUSITIM SHES HAD A F-ING TUMOR GROWING SINCE 18 MONTHS OLD AND THE TUMOR CAUSED GELASTIC SEIZURES AND PERMANENT BRAIN DAMAGE/REGRESSION. NEURO DID A FULLY SEDATED MRI : TURNS OUT SHE HAS A HYPOTHALAMIC HARMATOMA TUMOR ON THE VASCULAR PORTION OF HER BRAIN AND SYMPTOMS MIMIC THOSE OF AUTISM ONLY DIFFERENCE WITH MY KID IS SHE HOLDS HER HEAD AND SHE HAS HEADACHE/MIGRAINE TYPE PAINS. GET YOUR CHILD CHECKED!!!!!!!!!!

[@wywardmoose]

I know this feeling all too well. I'm 23 and go through this so much. It feels so comforting in a morbid sense to see someone else have the same experiences as me..

[@nyx3698]

I’m glad to know I’m not alone. I hear people with autism and/or just meltdowns and general usually grow out of them but I haven’t and it’s really overwhelming feeling I’m alone and different from others

[@jessievelusamy5248]

Someone told me yesterday it is not a disorder, it is in different order. The way non-autistic people get anxiety will be another thing. And what autistic people get, it is different. Autistic children did not have a choice, it was just given to them. That's a big responsibility. And, I understand how and what the parents go through too. Both change and change is good. You know your boy will cope up once he grows. Everyone does with or without medicine. I am glad you have the courage to show how autism at times looks like. But, trust me, he is normal, that is just his way, until he finds a way to cope up, things will be different. Why do I say that what normal looks like for them is not for others! It is because he is overly sensitive to his surroundings, autism creates special abilities that non-autistic do not have, they have best focus in one subject and not in others (same like non-autistic). Now understand, if child is sensitive to light and noises than others, how would be behave? He or she would want to shut down. Note, there is so much sensory overload (too much information) going on at the same time and that is overwhelming, creates anxiety, and if they are in that unconfirmable zone, they get frustrated (just like we do for certain things). It is just their way until they learn to cope it, it will be different!

[@adarshvarma3524]

As a person diagnosed with ASD aged 18, I totally understand his feelings. I have displayed similar meltdowns whilst during my childhood, particularly through changes in routines.

[@mm89472]

Thank you for sharing dear boy. You are in my prayers.❤

[@JoyTaylor-101]

As an autistic person I think I understand how Ian feels because I cry over my mom yelling at me :(

[@TyjuanMcKinney]

I know how that feels. I feel the same when my mom yelled at me and sometimes my dad.

[@slayy-hh5ic]

I'm an autistic kid who's 13 I'm very sensitive to fire drills and lockdown drill I also cry when they happen to.... but I also cry over like teachers yelling at me for no reason at all on top of that I have depression and anxiety soo

[@viktorcederholm8186]

Thanks for adding up this have autism and extrem mild form of panic atack luckley not that often but spreding awrness of this

[@user-kd3xc9rk5q]

My four year old started to show meltdowns and because she cannot communicate its even worse. It deeply hurts to see kids suffer. Parents are just amazing ❤

[@militarychase864]

When i get anoyed i get very mad and i hit punch kick attack and bash the whole place up sometimes i atack the person who annoyed me i find it easy to be alone sometimes if i got frustrated at school i would kick the concrete and then when i was done raging then i got into a emotional stage where i would cry say i was stupid and bash my head against the rails i tend to get mad then say im dumb or stupid usually if its a overwhelmed or stress then i get mad just mixed feelings overwhelming me once i went on a excursion and there was loud music and i got overwhelmed holding my ears tearing up then i started screaming hitting my head against the window saying i was dumb then the next year around the middle of the second term i started to tear up because the music was too loud again and i asked the kid to not ask for the music to be turned up but they didnt listen and asked anyway then when the music was turned down i was fine i might have sensitive hearing. I dont have autism (although i havent been tested im 100% sure i dont have autism) i have alot of traits seen in people with autism. I havent ever had a meltdown and i can only imagine how bad it would be if i have experienced episodes of being mad and overwhelmed by the outside world and my feelings (i dont think its a meltdown )

[@urlocalautistic]

Me too. I never met anyone who relates to me. Nobody I know gets autism. And I am hated for some of the things I do due to it.

[@militarychase864]

@@urlocalautistic do you have autism? I don't (oi think I haven't nbeen tested but I'm 99.99999999% sure I don't have autism

[@urlocalautistic]

@@militarychase864 Yes, I do.

[@mattchelseadavis]

I can't go out I get so overwhelmed it impossible to focus 😢 Done a great job helping him ❤

[@stephen6279]

This takes me back to my childhood. Listening to my brother in the next room and being afraid he'd hit me again.

[@olexarity9621]

Weighed blankets for my are extreamly helpful, just don’t jump to 20 pounds or it might feel suffocating. Noise cancelling headphones also work decently and cold/hot liquids (to draw attention to the sensation) Thank so much for this video ❤

[@gamer546lg5]

North america

[@cheeseheadflipper]

Thank you for uploading this. I am working on my masters in special education and videos like this are so helpful.

[@thebehaviormentor790]

Poor Kiddo you are such a great parent!!!

[@jackeyedpeas4013]

It must be really hard to experience these panic attacks. Poor kid.

[@jmc747]

Anyone that criticizes your content is sorely misunderstanding the whole point. You & your family are amazing, as flawed or challenging as life may be.

[@SLRPAZ]

Oh lord, this has me in tears. My 9 year old has similar meltdowns. I am a yeller. I was yelled at for everything growing up. I, in turn, do that to my children. Your calm, your voice, and your patience are amazing. I desire to be the parent you are.

[@florastewart7957]

You must work on that. It will make you and your child better. Habits can be changed. Prayer helps.

[@allisonheath2836]

One thing that definitely helped me growing up was my parents invested in a good weighted blanket, and every once in a while if we started noticing signs early on enough of being overwhelmed putting a cool rag on my neck or running my hands under cool water, and my mom had a playlist made with a bunch of songs that tend to calm me down that to this day i always have on my devices

[@thelonelyhunter942]

Hi I was looking for some info about autism. I recognize that panic just before he enters the gate at the school, he doesn't want to go in anymore. he himself never knows what is there and then often says my head is full. what he also often does is turn on a chair, difficult to sit still, and do 1 game all at the same time. he has trouble with No. and furthermore if I say something, that he should ask something, for example open the refrigerator. he does anyway and it sometimes seems as if you don't hear the incentive to do something he can't resist. further he is behind in school is now in special education. but at school he crawls under the table or has a short attention span. it remains difficult. me and my ex found out last week he has Autism + ADHD i am angry about it. because it hurts me that they label him, everyone gets a label these days. I try to think he is just busy, and has been through a lot because me and my ex broke up. he is 8 years old. I feel guilty and also afraid that his future will be messed up, because it is not always accepted by other elders. so making friends later in life can cause problems because they diagnosed him. I'm having a hard time with my ex, who doesn't think it's okay and has questions about why hii is like this. I see my little guy 2x a week sleeping for a few hours, he doesn't do it with me. I try to recognize things with you, but I also feel fear of what awaits him .. think of bullying etc .. Greetings

[@tinahendy1644]

I had to move my daughter from school due to teachers not understanding her and handling her properly. She does have anxiety breathing sometimes and screams when stressed

[@sarahmore4146]

What a lovely daddy bless this little boy my son goes though a lot of melt downs

[@hannahfuchs8889]

The video made me cry. I am autistic and I wish I would have had people and parents around me like you. Know one understood me. I was totally alone with everything. I don’t even have contact with my family anymore today. 😢

[@florastewart7957]

I am sorry you had to go through this. I am sending you a hug and prayer

[@tinahendy1644]

My youngest daughter does this and shares with her 12 year old sister. Rooms always messy and I’m constantly criticised for not keeping my house tidy

[@MelFaeCos]

I'm 21 and have Autism. I always thought there was something terribly wrong with me because I wasn't diagnosed (my parents believed "everyone is a little Autistic) and I was diagnosed late, as an adult. Seeing this makes me realize I'm not alone.

[@poopgaming4202]

1 second without the zaza

[@TotallyxMxdilynn]

Stopp he’s autistic

[@chris13219]

My love and pray goes out for Ian ❤