AUTISTIC Child Haircuts (5 AWESOME Hacks YOU NEED!)

AUTISTIC Child Haircuts (5 AWESOME Hacks YOU NEED!)
If you have an autistic child that has issues when it comes to autism haircuts you NEED these awesome hacks!
0:00 Introduction
2:04 WATCH KZbin SALON VIDEOS
4:51 TAKE A TIMER
8:05 USE SYMBOLS ON CALENDAR
10:46 SALON PRE VISIT
13:36 WEAR EAR DEFENDERS
15:11 FIND AN UNDERSTANDING HAIR DRESSER
A key autistic child sign is the fact that autistic children don’t like having their haircut usually, and this can cause some problems for mum and dad when trying to get them to have a haircut.
Autistic kids are more sensitive to sensory input like, sight and sound so the act of cutting hair could be, in most cases sensory stimulating and sensory overloading causing the discomfort and potential autism meltdown.
But that being said autistic children behaviour can vary from child to child, but typically an autism child will have issues and discomfort with having their haircut.
So here are some autism haircut tips to help people who are struggling to have their autistic children have haircuts. This is not only and autism haircut video for children, this can also be useful tips for autistic adults who are also uncomfortable with have in their hair cut.
There are a bunch more tips and tricks out there to help an autistic child with over coming a fear or discomfort in having their hair cut but these are just the best I have found in a simple over view.
If you have found better ways to do this please please leave a good detailed comment below with all you relive the tips and hacks for other parents of autistic children to learn and grow with your input.
Please enjoy this video and give it a big thumbs up as that would really help me out, and i you think this can help someone please share it on facebook and twitter to help someone els with their autism issues. If you enjoyed it please subscribe.
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LINKS:
Lee Health - The Signs of Autism: • The Signs of Autism
Lee Health - Signs of Autism: • Signs of Autism
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[@jaimereynolds258]

My son has long curly hair. Twice a year I just get it wet and brush it all back and quickly cut across. Bam. Done lol. He hates me touching his hair, so I get it done as quickly as possible

[@vanessadelgado7784]

Good tip going to try

[@naomilspivey406]

I’ve considered myself lucky as a hairdresser with an ASD child. I’ve gotten to practice techniques with my son and he’s gotten to practice what works and doesn’t work for him.

[@user-wh6hf4dc9e]

I need help. I'm a hairdresser as well. Only one who's ever cut my kids hair. It's becoming so much harder for me to cut his hair, he has a full tantrum the entire time and won't sit still. I have to keep him in a highchair & it's still a struggle. 😔 I've dealt with many wiggly kids in the past & managed to get through the cut easier than dealing with my child.

[@Nicole-dj3jf]

Oh man my son will not get a hair cut no matter what we do, we tried videos we tried ipads we got so desperate we tried getting small cuts while he slept 😂he woke right up oh and only needs 4 hours of sleep 😢it's a nightmare nothing works nothing he doesn't care about other kids getting hair cuts to make it worse he has very thick hair 😢 his 10 and strong like a grown man strong! He was 7 picking up 200 pound weights my brother worked out with 😂shocked everyone

[@lisafleury1254]

My twins are both on the spectrum and 19 now. Just a few tips to add to Dan's. We had the educational assistant from the high school hairdressing program come to our home a few times when they were 4 yrs old for quick trims, so they were in their "safe" space. We were lucky that my salon's owner had a grandson on the spectrum, so they let us visit and get comfortable sitting in the chairs and we video taped the boys when they were being chill with the capes on, practicing getting their hair sprayed with water, watching Mom and Dad get cuts etc. The salon sent us home with a cape too, so we could do "practice" cuts and play barber. Oh and instead of a timer we had the stylist count down how many more "cuts" when the boys got antsy. The stylists were all great asking if they needed wiggle breaks :) We went there until the salon closed when she retired. We then practiced going to a first come first served barber shop in our neighbourhood, when they were about 8. Got to know the staff well, so it would not matter which stylist they would finally get. All the practice paid off, we ended up moving to a different city 4 years ago, and the transition was as smooth as could be. And now 1 prefers clipper cuts, and the other scissor cuts, and they can relay what they want their hair to look like after the cut

[@heidiboyer1588]

I am a hairdresser as well as a single mother with a 7 year old son on the spectrum. I have found through a lot of trial and error the timmer hack is wonderful. We have used earplugs for going places or when he is simply overloaded and needs quiet even at home but never while getting a haircut. I am going to try this one. I hadn't thought about puting visuals on a calender for him for upcoming events and scheduled things. My son also has ODD and ADHD so finding tricks to help with his comfort helps so so much with the other issues. Thank you for all of your videos I greatly appreciate you.

[@mmm7m672]

One place that cuts my grandsons go to & I mean absolutely no place else. Especially for my aspie. Tysm for your help. God bless you!

[@jessicakelly8953]

I am a hairdresser, I have a daughter with ASD. I also have a decent amount of clients all ages with SPD and ASD. I just talk them through everything. I narrate everything I’m doing so they know what exactly is happening. I use a soft fluffy towel instead of a neck strip, no blow dryer. I discuss any possible uspets with the parents before hand. I also leave notes ok their file in the computer system to remind myself; or if someone else ever has to cut their hair, the care of the process and tips that work and what not to do. What preferences they have, also their interests. I found it helps keep them focused on what they love, and their interests to feel more comfortable, and keep them focused on what they love so they can enjoy the process, and before we know it, we’re all done. Some love the to help vacuum, or clean up- (the little ones) whatever part of their routine helps them I let them to make it fun for them to enjoy their experience.

[@SuperGingernutz]

Thank you for this video, Dan! I wondered when the subject of hairdressing would come up. I'm glad it's you who's taken it up. I was never that fond of going to the hairdresser salons because of the sensory overload of strong ammonia smells, radio, hair dryers, small talk etc. Also, attempting to visualise hairstyles is a nightmare - years ago, I attempted to describe to a moody hairdresser what I would like, which took a while … and, in the end, she practically made me bald! There's the experience of having to get to know a new stylist when the one I got to know and who knows me leaves the salon for another job. People remind me that there are hairdresser salons near me where I could go without travelling out. Yes, if I was neurotypical and could chop, change and go elsewhere, but not for me. I found a salon that is in another town a bus ride away - but I would not go anywhere else but to them. They are fun, friendly and very smart, plus they take really good care of me and my hair. Also, going to the town in question gives me a breather from hospital, doctor and bloodwork appointments. Keep up the great work, Dan. Peace and All Good. PS: I'm a visual thinker and a visual learner due to my ASD/AS/PTSD/ADHD etc., too. If any one explains how to do things with a lot of words and yadda-yadda, it stresses me out and I learn NOTHING. Then people explain it again and I am no wiser, more stressed and out comes the verbal abuse like calling me thick, stupid … it's a vicious circle. When I need to explain things, I take my time and use wacky metaphors which either the person on the other end of my explanation gets my drift or they become impatient … like my elder sister and a few others.

[@tazyou11]

I have been having my friend cut my hair for the last few years. I am more comfortable than going to a salon.

[@dcfan7838]

I'm autistic myself and I get my hair cut at home. I find it much easier and more comfortable than going somewhere and my anxiety is far less. I would recommend it to someone with ASD who needs their hair cut often(as frequently as 3 months or less) if you can arrange it.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Yeah I can see that it would be easier :). Thank you so much for the comment! Make sure you are subscribed and have the notifications turned on :).

[@TheMalkavianmadman]

We cut our autistic sons hair ourselves.

[@TheMalkavianmadman]

@Ashley Walker a little, we use clippers rather than scissors, we usually do his after my partner does mine so he sees that its no big deal. He is 3 and is slowly getting used to it however the ears do seem to be the bit he dislikes the most.

[@jaimelloyd8969]

Thankyou so much for the clear and helpful advise. My son has asd, adhd, and ODD so i struggle with anything hair and nails with him. This is the best advice i have seen around haircuts yet.

[@mirandagiddeon2321]

We take my stepson to the barbershop but it took time to get there. His biggest issue is sound and the buzzers are always an issue. This is my second video I've watched and enjoyed of yours. We'll be telling my stepson soon that he has autism so I'm looking forward to watching more videos with more information to help with that process 🙂

[@charliepollard6783]

I go to a salon, I go to the same one at the same time on the same day of the week. It’s a very quiet salon with only 2 hairdressers and I always ask for a time where they won’t have any other people in there and explain why I would find someone else in there talking challenging.

[@7nan17]

Such great/helpful ideas! Thank you 💛

[@salgado8835]

I go to the hair salon to get my haircut.

[@xosarahmxo12]

Very smart to watch videos of new places before you go! I get such bad anxiety going to new places so this will help so much! Thank you!

[@Darktoast20]

I'm a new barber but I have worked with special needs individuals for 7 years so I'm trying to specialize in special needs haircuts.

[@lenacooper76]

Im a stay at home mom you do not know how much this helps thank you my son is six years old its so hard to get him a haircut, so now I need tips and yours work so thank you🕊️

[@enfieldjohn101]

When I was a kid, my grandpa used to take me to his barber to get haircuts. The barber was good about talking to me calmly, telling jokes and using sharp scissors rather than motorized trimmers. I'd read his stacks of comic books while I waited my turn while Grandpa had his hair cut. We also went to a barber who rarely had a lot of people in the place. These days, I cut my own hair because there aren't any good barbers around where I live now.

[@xosarahmxo12]

I go to their house he prefers it and is more comfortable! Thanks for the tips and tricks very helpful!

[@danebelair1]

Brillant! Brilliant!! 💙 💜 I have shared in Autism groups as well

[@elizabethCorkins83]

I started cutting my own hair when I was a teenager, maybe even younger. Usually I just wear a hat though, cuz it gets a mess sometimes & hard to manage lol...

[@TheAspieWorld]

✌🏼

[@NBFILMS2009]

Great tips, thank you x

[@kamdynjensen4344]

Hey Dan, I started doing this since the early age of 5 y/o and still do this to this very day

[@JessicaPeck1986]

My son is 5 years old and is non verbal right now getting some words out at times and he is moderate to severe autistic he also is ocd and hate haircuts I love to do anything to get him to be able to do so comfortably

[@yogsothoth8389]

As a kid I hated getting my hair cut. It was terrible. I had a late diagnosis of autism (I was 42), so I had no tips & videos like this. I had to tough it out. Now I go to Great Clips (a USA salon chain) because they have a computerized system that keeps a record of your contact info and preferences. This makes it super easy to get a haircut at any of their places, because they have me in their system and know about me ahead of time. This takes off so much stress. And they do give me great haircuts.

[@rachelbazzle8185]

How did you get a diagnosis? None of my doctors will refer me and my insurance demands it. They all just say its depression or tell me its too late to diagnose me. I live in South Carolina so that may be why.

[@katrinalazzarotto5731]

This was so helpful ! Though my child does not have ASD I find some of these tricks REALLY useful for things like visits to the dentists etc and already incorporate some or these hacks to help him feel more comfortable about what’s coming next. Loved all the tips - thank you for breaking them down 👍🏼

[@kachelux4049]

Thank you so much for your video! My 3 year old never even liked even washing his hair neither comb it I cant wait to try your hacks THERE LIKE GOLDEN TIPS. He is speech delayed and is scheduled for a neuro evaluation, I been treating him as if he is on the spectrum..... Im a cosmetologist and id prefer to always do it myself, barbershops after the third time trying i gave up. WISH ME LUCK! GREAT VIDEO!

[@malenehammersinfokanal1567]

Great ideas i think they will work for sensitive children as well

[@jojontoet]

Though here in Indonesia also have some kids salons which offer to cut special needs kids' hair, but I still prefer to cut my son's hair by myself at home to avoid his tantrums/ meltdowns. My son has PDD-NOS, ADHD, SPD, so he hates when someone (especially strangers) touching his skin/ head/ hair continuously, and with all of the loud noises from the electric hairclipper/ blowdryer, the icky smells from the hair products, the itchy hair that falls into his clothes may trigger his anxiety, tantrums, and meltdowns. I just followed you on IG, thank you for all of your helpful tips, Dan👍🏽🙏🏽

[@nicoledijkstra7168]

I never had problems with the hair salon even as a kid but that wad that my parents did let me decide if I wanted it cut or not (also how I decided as a kid to get bangs and it was my choice and not my parents). This was due to my mom's hair being cut short as a kid when she wanted it to be long and found it important me and my sister has a say on what we want with it. It did really help as I almost never went to cut my hair but when I do I really enjoy the experience and see it as a bit of a treat to myself and am always happy with the results. Also my mom (not a hairstylist) did cut my hair as a child so my first time in a salon was when I was a bit older (still a child but maybe like 8 years old). Being cut by someone like my mom and at home maybe have helped too with getting haircuts less stressful

[@NBFILMS2009]

Probably the best video Ive come across on this topic.. subscribing, thank you !x

[@TheAspieWorld]

Yay amazing thank you so much :).

[@nataliekhalilrealtor]

Oh my goodness!, I needed this last week. My toddler screamed while my lap at the only salon he likes..... and it’s 45 mins away and only place he’s been ok at before. I felt horrible and he was trying to hit the hairdresser :((((

[@noneya5824]

Go to salon and barber . Feel we need to spread the stress out

[@axeldaxelMVM]

I cut my kids' hair for now, otherwise we are covered in hair by the time we're done. They're 4 and 3. I put them in the bathtub (I turn up the thermostat so they're not cold) and I give them candy while I cut their hair. Then I give them a bath.

[@blazingangel6592]

My little one is 3 in 5 months. But he won't have his hair even touched, when he's laying down I stroke his head, as you do to your little one naturally, and he immediately pulls my hands away. He even freaks out now having his hair washed, which is the only chance I get to snip a bit off (I thank the lord his hair is curly and hides a multitude of questionable snips) Will have a go 🙏🙏🙏 Thank you

[@MartKart8]

If a person gets a haircut and they asked me if I like it, I end up always saying no. I just like familiarity

[@tatharelprincessoferegion8162]

my mom cuts my hair usually. unfortunately, she is a hair perfectionist, and I absolutely DESPISE trims. seriously, I once told her to just give me a bob so I could avoid a trim. I like big haircuts but trims are awful. The only trim I've actually been sort of okay with is the one my mom gave me when she was slightly buzzed 😂 she was less of a perfectionist that time. I'm looking forward to cutting/trimming my own hair when I go to college. and when I got a pixie cut, it ended up longer than I wanted just because I didn't want to keep telling the hairdresser to make it shorter. she didn't really seem to understand that when I said SHORT I meant SHORT

[@kamdynjensen4344]

I've been cutting my own hair since age 5 and still do to this very day! Lol

[@jok.1666]

Good and easy ideas. Really enjoy you're channel. You're talking slower today and less hand movements. Maybe the new med?

[@TheAspieWorld]

Yes!! New medication :)! Thank you so much for the comment! Make sure you are subscribed and have the notifications turned on :).

[@gordianplot9347]

i am on the spectrum and i cut my own hair

[@TheAspieWorld]

Oh cool!! Thank you so much for the comment! Make sure you are subscribed and have the notifications turned on :).

[@tiapayne4260]

Depends on the situation. If I am low on cash, my husband does it. If I have the money, I go to a hair salon.

[@fabsinsanitysderanged8625]

I get someone to come to me house to do me hair . I really struggle with hair washing tho. I think it would be awesome if you done a vid on tips for hair washing .

[@mamabear295]

Ty so much -- a very stressed mom lol

[@JELLYSKI]

Def at home

[@hopegoodwin2728]

My kiddo is on the spectrum and I cut her hair at home. No problems specifically with going to a salon but it's more fun for both of us when I do it. She's been asking about noise cancelling earplugs though, for sleeping. Her hearing is so sensitive she can hear through standard earplugs and as a side sleeper doesn't particularly favor noise cancelling headphones. Any suggestions? Love your channel, regular subscriber.

[@troy4328]

I rarely cut my hair anymore because I have started going natural. I will eventually go and get my ends cut.

[@marshajohnson323]

Both.

[@aeaston69]

Had the worst experience at a hair dressers trying to have his hair cut and the people in the shop did not understand at all, so now I cut his hair at home myself. He hates the feel of the hair even if I cover him over with a towel, so now I get it cut as quickly as I can and he goes to take a shower straight after to get the loose hairs off.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Aw man that’s not good :(. Thank you so much for the comment! Make sure you are subscribed and have the notifications turned on :).

[@ytkerfuffles6429]

I have aspergers syndrome. I'm 13, I am REALLY good at maths and science and stuff like that (and worse at PE), and have different obsessive interests which last for a few months and sometimes rotate (you could see on my channel that the topic changes a lot). I also have HUGE problems with anger management. As for sensory stuff, I am a VERY picky eater (I like simple foods like plain pasta and if it is a TINY, TINY bit different, like a different kind of rice, I can't stand it), can't stand the sound of clinking, and think that when a lot of people are at a table, everyone is shouting at once and its crazy. But, I am actually less sensitive to touch, unless it is with art supplies. However, I think I have 2-3 crushes at once right now (but always fail as I'm not great at social skills). My reward distribution is wildly different. I have also noticed that my obsessive interests are related to one topic, then the next few are something else. Like people, then songs, then foods. I have no idea why this happens. And, I also have a really hard time dealing with changes, or unexpected events. In addition to my picky eating and food-related obsessions, I developed this thing of feeling awkward and uncomfortable when eating in front of other people, and it is probably to do with those 2 things. Eating is a real problem for me, but the worst part is my rigidity and behaviour problems. These social problems often make me not understand society, and think that their rules are completely ridiculous, like, why can't I be naked all the time? I feel like I would be happier if I just knew how the universe was created, and why I am even conscious but did not 'sign up' for this. The topic of this syndrome really fascinates me. I felt like I wanted to share this, and I hope you have something to say, and can even tell me why a lot of this is happening.

[@matthewmurphy4083]

I got a hairdresser

[@artistmimic]

My sister, Kyia, cuts our hair.

[@KnocktheBlocks]

I just found out 2 months ago that I am on the spectrum and I have cut my own hair for at least 15 years. ☺️

[@krissywithoutthet7322]

my daughter just tried to glue her hair back on. my son did it also years ago

[@drlarrymitchell]

My father used to just freak out and beat the shit out of me when he tried to cut my hair- didn't harm me none.

[@TheAspieWorld]

Eek that doesn’t sound good.

[@reshmajessicaali2635]

I bring the barber at home

[@bigb5681]

I grew my hair out when I was in year 4 because I hated having my hair cut now I'm 17 and my hair is still long and I still hate haircuts haha

[@jolandadejong9050]

I have never been to a hairdresser, ever. I'm now 18 years old and so far my mom has always cut the dead points off. Maybe once a year or so. I have always been too scared to go, because I have no idea how everything will go when I'm there and I will have to express what I want (idk what I want, just cut off the nessecairy bit). And above all of that, I'll have to make an appointment which really scares me because I just can not handle phone calls. I am not diagnosed with autism yet, but I'm pretty sure I have it. I had no idea this hairdresser thing is something a lot of autistic people have, but I was wondering, Why do most autistic people dread going to the hairdresser actually?

[@tayhisemartinez2310]

I am a new stylist I have a child who is on the spectrum and I want to help assist the child feel comfortable can you help me it sound weird but I want her to not get upset

[@emmawood6869]

I go to somebody i know she does my hair in her home

[@Tracy-lw4xg]

I’ve tried everything trying to cut my autistic twins hair. To the point the school contacted me about their hair getting cut and offering to do it, they tried, it didn’t work. We have a friend who has a barber shop but we go near closing 1 child at a time but they clear the shop out. Screaming kicking needing to be held down, just horrible. We tried the barber coming to the house, no go,they were fighting and screaming again. I bought clippers, no good won’t let me near them. Distractions iPads Lolly pops, treats everything, desperately need help and tips. As their hair looks terrible, I think a girl could be tied back but boys like mine need it cutting often. Any tips appreciated

[@martinchalk3799]

Similar situation here and I don't think any of these tips are helpful. Have you found any useful tips?

[@emmawood6869]

I really can't do surprises neither can my son he gets emotional

[@emmawood6869]

My son has never been able to withstand having a hair cut weve gone to the same place since he was 2

[@kariereese6525]

Home

[@MartKart8]

Haircuts I hate them, when I see a person get a haircut , I keep mistaken them for strangers

[@RoamWrite]

Im going bald so hopfully soon haircuts wont be an issue

[@Ryri_03]

first