Future Plans For Girl With Autism | What Is Autism? | Q&A Fathering Autism Live

[@nicolep9816]

Omg Asa @ 25:30 😂 "I'm not concerned with [Abbie getting a motorcycle boyfriend] at all, 'cause I'm a motorcycle mechanic. I'll break his motorcycle. AND all his fingers. One at a time." I laughed so dang hard at that 😂

[@1MissLovely1]

Nicole P sameee

[@shade_y]

hahahahah!!!

[@medlar8084]

Seeing you guys, give me strength. Thank you

[@1MissLovely1]

Ipsita Nayak me too

[@johnandlizcalkins250]

Is Abby able to learn to read? Then able to type words and feelings to you? Love your family, and the great attitude you have towards Autism Awareness. Thanks for ALL YOU DO!♡

[@kaywhite6274]

Priscilla: 'we're never getting a cat'. Ha Think 2017 Priscilla needs to check in with 2019 Priscilla to ask whats up

[@reids97]

You guys are so blessed to have a private school for autism where you live. We don't have anything like that past preschool. My son goes to a special day class at our local high school and its really good though.

[@taylorgamache7859]

Your daughters school sounds amazing!! What a wonderful resource! I have just come across your videos and I am loving them. Thank you for spreading awareness and your story.

[@40H1Gaming]

u said my name during the stream and i almost screamed 😂💓

[@pennykronbach1357]

Man!! Isaiah could not even be a better big brother if he tried!! I am totally impressed with him and the way he is with his sister ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mommanook8714]

I recently discovered your channel & I look forward to each video. I love the relationship you have with each other in your family. Lots of laughter & honesty. My husband & I were 18 & 19 when we married. This December we will celebrate our 30th anniversary.

[@nataliamartan3940]

MommaNook congratulations I wish you all the best!

[@1MissLovely1]

Natalia Martan woahhh

[@nataliamartan3940]

1MissLovely1 ?

[@1MissLovely1]

that's crazy

[@carmendavidson8603]

Missed it live! Thanks to being a first time momma!

[@fatheringautism]

Well, congratulations on that!

[@jeannehart8706]

I'm learning so much about autism from you two well you three you four .There's no one in my family that is autistic but being dyslexic it makes me want to know more about people and issues they have

[@Annapike100]

I'm from Australia and I have suddenly started saying 'are you having so much fun' instead of saying 'are you having fun' and realised I have pick it up from you channel lol

[@dmnhntrbbygrl666]

Annapike100 omg I’m from Australia too and I’ve picked up the same habit!!

[@avabiegert3769]

I love this. Thanks for answering all of the questions and spreading awareness for ASD. You guys rock!

[@ReisWorld]

Priscilla you look great glowing

[@conniemeadows6721]

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[@OurAUsomeLife]

This was a great Q&A !! We are getting better with the teeth grinding...I think! Haha, we never had this issue before. You are so sweet to mention us and our channel 💙💙💙

[@EvadoCouto]

You guys are such lovely parents. I love listening to you talk about life and your awesome kids. Sending love from San Francisco

[@pennykronbach1357]

I am SO impressed with how far your beautiful girl has come!! And it is fun to watch her with you when you can tell she is messing with you 😂😂 You can totally see the wheels in her head turning when she messes with all of you. I love to see her laugh and when she gets so excited. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@deviantreads]

Just love Priscilla lol her humor is just great

[@laurena4000]

me too, I want to be her friend so bad :P

[@geminitwice2]

You two make me smile , thank you.

[@JustADifferentLife]

Great Q and A, I was wondering if you could do a more in depth video on Abbie's school and the supports they offer? We homeschool with education assistant that work in our home and are continually looking for ideas for our children who can't manage academics and need lifeskills, etc.

[@somethingclever6487]

I have to come in twice and say you guys do look so healthier and glowing since I watched your earlier vlogs, you both look great!

[@brookewink166]

You have such a beautiful family. Honestly probably my favorite youtube channel, definitely BY FAR my favorite vlog channel.

[@AirellSkye]

Asa, I love it! Not only will you break any potential suiters motorcycle but his fingers too. We just saw protective pappa bear come out, I don't know why this made me laugh so hard.

[@theotherjkr1996]

I'm in my early 20s and was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1 (Aspergers) a few weeks ago. I always felt I was different because I didn't want to do lots of things other people did, and I much prefer being by myself. I have social issues, I get very anxious around groups of people and don't understand jokes and sarcasm. I have a very good memory and have a really hard time waiting to do things. That's a few things among quite a list haha.

[@kaiogino3273]

You guys are the sweetest couple I've ever seen!

[@kimmy92294]

I work for Publix in north central florida, we have a group of kids who come in and work! they are amazing and its so neat to watch them learn!!!!!!!!!

[@LivingDonsWorld]

I have a daughter with high functioning nvld. My wife and I have given our heart and soul to raising her. She is loved by everyone she meets and tries hard at everything she does and strives to be. She has gone thru many nightmares. This was the first. I got called by one school the same day she started. When I got to the classroom, the teacher was pointing at my daughter stating to the class, "this is an example of how not to act." I looked over at her. She had barricaded herself in a corner with chairs and a desk crying with tears all over her face. This is one example of what she has been thru. When I saw the channel Fathering Autism I was happy to find someone in the same boat. I was anxious to see their daily interactions. What I found was a father solicitating her daughters disability for money. Its sickening. I hope one day she realizes what he has done and smashes his phone.

[@irisrabassa5010]

You guys look amazing, love your ch.

[@jenniferswartzenberg9582]

Thank you for sharing your everyday lives with us. I learn so much by watching your videos. I know everyone else here does too. You guys have a great family and you lead by example. Thank you!

[@somethingclever6487]

How did i not know y all did Q&As?! Well I know what I'm doing for the next hour and 5 minutes of my life LOL

[@sarahjoseph7332]

You two are so cute.. and funny.. and lovable. ..

[@jessicakennedy4333]

Can you do a sick days routine with abbie?

[@Maya-ft5mx]

Love you guys! :)

[@laurena4000]

This was wonderful. I think you answered every question I had and more. I've really learned so much about what autism means to someone like Abbie. Have any of you seen the show the undateables? It's the sweetest show based in the UK about people with disabilities looking for love. There are people with autism often on the show and they are all so different from each other but equally as interesting, smart, sweet and witty. It's a great look into a world of what autism means for people that are higher functioning. Anyway, thank you for taking the time to educate the world, while at the same time making us laugh and fall in love with you. Love from edmonton, Alberta 😘

[@ramblyk1]

You guys are so young! I have Aspergers. To me the main problems are difficulties with processing all of the information that you get at once, including sensory sensitives ; executive functioning problems - difficulty figuring out the steps to do something, difficulty performing the steps - getting stuck in a loop happens; having a need to focus deeply on something - we don’t do multi-tasking well. The social problems are often a consequence of the overwhelming amount of information your brain is taking in - it's hard to take in social information when your brain is being overloaded Also some of us do or have had some of the more disturbing / grosser sides of autism - e.g. the fecal smearing or pica - just so you know.

[@catloverKD]

If you're still having trouble finding a way to track her, try looking into the "Tile" App, you can clip a small plastic piece to her backpack or her bracelet or somewhere on her, and then if she takes off, your phone will show you where she is.

[@hannataylor2254]

If Abbie has a meltdown at school what does the school do to calm her during a meltdown

[@arielcoytoy]

I work for a supported living company. We have clients in houses all over my city (Spokane, WA) and in different states around the country. It’s not a facility so clients are in the comfort of their own home. The clients are on different levels from independent to needing 24/7 care. So there are 2 day shifts and one night shift. Need to do A LOT of research when looking into companies like this.

[@deviantreads]

Yes..you answer some good questions I wanted answers towards the end of the video about the insurance. I live in Texas and finding programs here down south Corpus Christi is a lot harder then up North. I’ve lived a couple of places here in Texas and out of state as well. Thanks. Will still look around for more programs.

[@silentdreamer7942]

You guys still have the sun glasses? I would love to buy a pair in each color lol

[@chloesinclair8956]

Is Abbie able to read and write? How do you teach someone who has learning difficulties what signs are and when to use them?

[@gracelandjoe1124]

I'm from Perth Australia. Wish I was from Queensland Gold Coast coz its pretty cool there and id invite you there Perth is boring haha.... love you guys

[@seekingtruth7257]

My child would be considered an "aspie" kid. But he was diagnosed with ASD. My son CONSTANTLY STIMS verbally!!!! From the moment he gets up till he goes to bed. Sometimes it's random, most of the time its repetitive sounds and LOUD too! It drives some family members nuts. Its tough to be around all day. He also hums when he eats....just like Abbie. He has many obsessions, sensitivities and sensory overload issues. His is considered between level 1-2 ASD. Apparently it goes to level 4...I think. His ASD is still enough to completely disrupt normal family days and enough for us to tweak our whole lives around it.

[@mrsbarkanic2660]

This was a great Q&A! I love you guys and really enjoy watching your videos. If you’re interested in getting a gps tracker, look up the AngelSense gps. I know a few autism families that use and love them and it sounds like it’s different than the ones you have looked into. I won’t ramble off details because it’s all on their site, but it is the only one I would consider using. I think the police usually use project lifesaver. At least here in PA they do. Anyway, I love what you guys are doing! It’s inspiring and encouraging and makes me want to buy a camera to give people a look into my family’s autism experience. 😃

[@tealady4]

I had to laugh. Asa:”they aren’t going to put a show on tv that shows ‘real autism’.” HELLO!!! Maybe they should! They could just put on ”Fathering Autism!” We all LOVE IT!!!

[@WXLM-MorganNicole619]

Love it guys. Keep it up the good work

[@andreanairvin7724]

They are still testing my nephew, we all have a feeling a diagnosis will come one day. He has I hard time with any extremes in hot or cold, wind freaks him out. Textures are really tough for him and loud noises, he has always issues with unfamiliar people and had speech delays until 3 and a year of therapy. He however is extremely smart he knew the sounds of all his letters before he could actually say the word.

[@sarahreason7828]

You guys look great! Priscilla you look like you have lost a lot of weight in your face. Congrats on your journey! I wish I had the willpower.

[@nataliamartan3940]

Sarah Reason yes I agree. I was watching yeasterday their first vlogs, they both really have lost a lot of weight! Congratulations

[@usagui5903]

Natalia Martan yes!! That is true!! I also notice that with the first blogs 🙌🏻

[@kaitlinc892]

You should watch the Temple Grandin movie! I'm an Animal and Poultry Science major and she's a role model to me, I think she's changed the way a lot of people see autism :) Good luck with your history class Isaiah!

[@pennykronbach1357]

“We’re never getting a cat” 😂 ❤ I am attached a bit to Nala ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kimevans5273]

Those few seconds where they just silently blank stare at the camera reading comments....it makes me chuckle.

[@theotherjkr1996]

Aussie here! You should come here in a few months when it's Summer!

[@bean.s.]

Do you doubt yourself as parents some times? If so what do you do to overcome those doubts? Thank you!❤

[@aquarius_x2]

#TeamAbbie Ordered our sunglasses! Can't wait! :)

[@m0nsterrr_x]

​Hi, I've talked to you guys a few times and tried to chime in during your live stream. it would be great to hear about how youve found ABA successful, due to not only the work by the therapists but by your consistency when your therapists leave.

[@dipowter4288]

Hi guys. I’m new to your channel. I’m from Melbourne, Australia. I just wanted to say what a lovely, caring family you have. I love the way you all work together as a team and you have 2 beautiful children. I can’t wait to keep watching your videos. Keep up the great work 😃😃😃

[@fatheringautism]

+Di Powter Thank you! So glad you found us.

[@lorikiszkawoods9350]

My Mom was 20 when I was born and my Dad was 22 and I was the third child. I don't know how they did it at such a young age, when they found out I had spina bifida. I was 38 when my daughter was diagnosed with Aspergers and I still was not prepared. I honestly don't think age really matters. We rise to the challenges we are given usually.

[@medlar8084]

My son has autism and he is non verbal. Our relatives skip autism and keep asking, when he will talk?? It's kind of hard, making them understand 'autism'. Still they don't understand.

[@nataliamartan3940]

Ipsita Nayak i know how you feel. This is exacly my situation now

[@laurena4000]

how terrible! There really is no excuse these days for not knowing about it or at least trying to learn about it. Being in denial is certainly not going to change anything. All the best to you.

[@jaimereynolds258]

Ipsita Nayak I feel that too. My son is 9 and nonverbal. My father came to visit a few weeks ago and asked when my son was going to use his words and read a book. Sometimes family sucks. Another reason I enjoy watching this channel so much. Gives good advice and makes you feel better. Stay strong and sending you hugs.

[@ROSHANMAKHIJANI]

Ipsita Nayak - Don’t worry stay strong. My Mum doesn’t believe our 3 year old daughter has ASD but you just have to continue doing what is best for your child. Stay strong and be positive

[@becomeblackbelt]

My whole family doesn’t understand my autism either

[@chloeslater7231]

I have Asperger's. I have developemental delays but mine came much later, around mid teens. I have severe sensory problems and social difficulties. I have issues with executive functioning too. My Asperger's has resulted in a serious, chronic mental illness including a severe ED that I am currently in recovery from. I live in supported living. My life is not typical of someone my age, I am 30 years old. I have never had a serious relationship, I find friends very difficult to make and keep. My best friend in the whole world is my dog, a little whippet. I do not have a job, I have never had more than a part time job which lasted 4 months when I was 16. I have all consuming interests. I am very routine oriented. I have big issues with change. I have very big meltdowns involving SIB. I stim. I know this is probably no longer relevant given the live date was early october but I thought I would add it in incase it helps anyone.

[@shelleyrightmyer6421]

Ilove you somuch miss

[@headlesschicken99]

Definitely genetic predisposition but environmental factors/circumstances to determine whether ASD happens and where on the spectrum! I had an amazing pregnancy but labour that went horribly wrong. 40hours in active labour with baby in the wrong position. She could never be delivered naturally. The hospital simply left her in for way too long till we force to have a S-section. There was an infection going on and my baby had slow reactions.

[@medlar8084]

I left, making them understand. And I am happy, I found u guys

[@pguns044]

I'm from North Carolina (currently a sophomore at NC State) and have a lot of friends who go to App State and love it! It is a bit of a party school, though, and that doesn't seem like Isaiah's vibe seeing as he was so surprised to see a real life frat house at UF, haha. But it is a great school and the mountains are beautiful :)

[@ashleyberwick]

You guys look GREAAAAT! Straight up, so beautifuls and so loving. Best parents Abbie could have be born to :)

[@johnie2276]

I mean I messed up maybe I'll catch you guys on the next one I'm a parent of a teenager who has autism ADHD bipolar and schizophrenic thanks to you your blog sharing has helped me understand my child's a little better

[@sharris5150]

Someone asked what's the difference between aspergers and autism. I don't know if that's been answered. But I have two children with an autism diagnosis. My youngest is a level 1 and he is definitely what use to be considered Aspergers. Like Asa said Sensory and Social are the biggest issues. The sensory and social issues can also trigger major anxiety. My other son is considered a 4 I think. He is non verbal and has developmental delay. I would say the brain and body connection difficulties are much more an issue for our non verbal child. For example we can tell him to smile. You know he wants to and he even tries. But he just can't get it right. So when we do photos we have to make him laugh to get a smile. Distractions and obsessions over things cause him to be easily side tracked where my youngest is super or even hyper focused on tasks. But both of them have major struggles just in different areas. Also the Jenni McCarthy talk. I'm with you all on not liking the word cure. my youngest who is in typical school and doesn't need an IEP won't eat healthy at all. We did therapy for him and that's it and all it took for him to blossom and do so well. But We have done everything with my oldest therapy, diet and he feels better because he does have GI issues but his autism is still what it is. It hasn't changed anything except made him healthier. The therapy has helped tremendously but not anything like the progress his younger brother was able to make. They are all different and only time will let you know what functioning level they will grow into. Therapy is what makes them stronger and achieve goals.

[@donnamcquoid4752]

Sorry anno live shows over watched it this morning when I woke 😊 I just wondered do use feel use r in a better place than use thought use would of been, looking bk when abbie was young. Luv use all ❤

[@EvadoCouto]

LOL Asa has the best dad jokes

[@elizabethvangog5842]

We would really like to know where you get your vlogging shirts from, they're pretty awesome and we would like to get some.

[@sarahreason7828]

We currently have an early interventionist through the Department of Disabilities & Special Needs. She, sadly, has been pretty much useless. She's fresh out of college, not knowledgeable about other services or our insurance hurdles, never actually answers any of the questions I have, was no help during our school transition or IEP, cancels constantly, doesnt believe our sons diagnosis, has fudged his assessments to make his scores higher than they should be, and in over a year has not helped our son make any progress. He has however, made leaps and bounds in just a month of being in a special needs preschool classroom through our local school. I'm now wrestling with the decision of if I should just terminate our Early Intervention services. We are currently on 4 different waiting lists to get his evaluation and medical diagnosis (all we have is the school districts evaluation). I worry that since our E.I. is contracted through DDSN, that if I terminate service it will be seen later as we don't need ANY services, and that they won't provide ABA therapy once we get his medical diagnosis. He likely won't qualify for extended school year, so we would like to have ABA therapy at least over the summer. Our EI isn't helpful, but I also don't want to set us up for failure later on if I end service. Am I over thinking this or being paranoid? What do you suggest? And no, we can't change interventionists. The other ones in our area have a full case load.

[@pennykronbach1357]

That would be hysterical if Abbie was faking and writing all her experiments with all of you in a very well hidden diary for a life story book later. 😂🤣😂🤣❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@carolkelly1136]

I didn’t get to take part in the live chat, but I think you all are totally awesome and I love your channel and what you are trying to do. If I wanted to order sunglasses, how fo I do that? Do they in purple???

[@purplesneakers3343]

I saw this come up last night I was to sick last night to watch I love being able to watch today. 💜🐢

[@druzybear]

Can Abbie read?

[@Tintenfischchen]

I'm pretty sure she can't.

[@_little_mama_purple3452]

I think my son that does not talk can read because he points to every word in the book.

[@Tintenfischchen]

I think that's totally possible. My brother started learning the alphabet when he was around 10 and still non-verbal (he surprised everyone when he just randomly started speaking at 13 then).

[@_little_mama_purple3452]

Violet Heroine Wow that is great. 😀

[@Tintenfischchen]

Yeah, it is. You never know what's gonna happen in the future. I've heard of other families with autistic children who had breakthroughs during puberty. That's why I always say 'never say never' 😊

[@somethingclever6487]

And here comes the third comment LOL... I couldn't seem to find your blog post and you had mentioned you would link it... I'd love to read it if you had time to post a link. Thank you

[@nicoleadams3842]

Does fevers / high temps have any impact on Abbie's autism? I saw it in a move and was just wondering Apologies I'm not sure of the correct or appropriate autism terms to use (happy to learn)

[@ilhamlaafafra6613]

You guys are awesomeeeeee

[@CCBear-jc6lz]

I love ur vids. Very inspiring. Awesome family. Keep up the great work. Also my hubby and I married at 20&21. So young can work. 22 yrs in one mo. Give my best to all....

[@kathydutcher2232]

Hi guys.I love you guys so much.

[@jeaniejacobs992]

What do you think of Temple Grandin and her information on autism?

[@jaygarcia8077]

Tell Isaiah that App state is literally the Best place for photography - it has everything. and 3 hours away is the beach if he ever feels home sick lol

[@fatheringautism]

+Jay Garcia Ooh, good point!

[@M.e.l.o.d.i]

What age did Abbie start using AAC talking apps?

[@gloriakasal620]

Hi from Wisconsin Have a great day

[@lgore444]

Have you watched the Temple Grandin movie or her TEDtalks about autism?

[@cookingkelly1192]

I love your guys channel so much

[@EmTheStrange22]

Come to Australia!!! The whole fam! Haha althooouuughhh I struggled flying from Melbourne to NYC, it took 24hours to get there, sooo maybe a private jet would be the best way for Abbie to come over. :P

[@miniiisuperwomanii2176]

I missed the q and a😢😢😢

[@_little_mama_purple3452]

Any advice on how to stay calm for your test to see if you have autism/Dyslexia? I am 32 years old and get tested next month.

[@Tintenfischchen]

Are you afraid of the test itself or of the diagnosis that may follow?

[@_little_mama_purple3452]

Violet Heroine I am scared of both.

[@Tintenfischchen]

Did they tell you how the test will look like? I'm not from the US, so I don't know how your test is gonna look like, but it's definitely not gonna be like a test in school or something like that. All you have to do is be honest when they ask you questions (directly or on a paper) and explain your problems and feelings to the best of your ability. As long as you do that, there is no right or wrong, so no reason to worry about the 'test'. Same goes for any tasks you may be asked to perform. It's not about doing great and impressing them. They just wanna get a good picture of who you are, where your problems are, how you approach different situations... They wanna get to know the real you, so the best thing you can do is just be yourself. The diagnosis that may follow is basically just a label. When you walk out the doctor's office with the official diagnosis, you'll be the same person you were when you walked in. The only thing that changed is that there is a label, a word for what you're going through, for your symptoms. You're still so much more than your diagnosis. The only difference it makes is actually a positive one: when you have an official diagnosis, it's much easier to get access to the right therapies, the right doctors, the right meds etc.. Your insurance will probably pay for at least some of the expenses, which is always a great help. Therapists and meds can be very expensive and I don't think any insurance will pay for anything like that if there isn't an official diagnosis. You'll also have an official document stating that you have an ILLNESS. You can throw that into people's faces when they're being ignorant and saying things like 'you're just lazy!', 'stop complaining and get your act together!' etc. ...😂😝

[@_little_mama_purple3452]

Violet Heroine Violet Heroine I know how the test is for kids that do not talk, because My son had the test when he was 4 years old. My son is non verbal/ autism. My mom die and I am now seeing all the things my mom did to make my life easier that is hard for to do myself. My aunt called me lazy most of my life. Lol

[@Tintenfischchen]

Your test will probably be different, but as I said, there's no real reason to be afraid of it. Just be honest and open and it will be fine. Getting diagnosed is the first step into a more positive future that includes therapy to finally deal with all the 'sh*t from the past' we tend to carry around and also just to learn life skills and different coping mechanisms. I really think things will change for the better once you get diagnosed properly, so don't freak yourself out over this 'test'. You're just gonna spend some time with one or more doctors, talk, maybe answer a questionnaire, play some games (you probably know that one where you have to match emotions to pictures of people's faces showing different emotions..?), things like that. No reason to worry. I wish you and your son all the best for the future!

[@nicolaangeladoody654]

You both look so thin looking good you guys aspire me I love your vlogs and kids Abbie is beautiful xx

[@millimoi4559]

Hi guys, only half way through the video but thought I'd chip in about the differences between Asperger's and Autism. Traditionally all that made the distinction was that with Aspergers there was no speech delay, and there is high intelligence. I think one of the main reasons Asperger's has been removed as a diagnosis is because these are two minor distinctions and they have proven false on so many occasions, such as the author of The Reason I Jump who is non-verbal but has incredible intelligence. Most people originally diagnosed Aspergers now just call themselves autistic, it makes things a lot easier since - from personal experience- you say you have Asperger's and most people go 'what's that?'

[@melissarose5941]

does addie whitch barney or seasem streat

[@cookingkelly1192]

What kind of advice can you give or my highfuctioning sons autism depression

[@alexspecialneedsjourney6448]

I love your shirt asa

[@chontelsullivan3017]

love 💕 you guys! Give hugs and kisses to Abigail! What life goals are for Abigail, for Respite in the near future ! What would involve the protection of a meltdown if you were to train Marvic

[@heathercombs8170]

What is that company's name that had the autism bracelets? My son has low level autism non verbal and I want to get him one.

[@pennykronbach1357]

Possibly you could say “We’re never getting a Lion” That will unlikely not come back later as a real experience. No lions in the house. 🤣😂But that cat did become a HUGE love for ALL of you ❤❤❤❤❤Nala

[@bethanyrush5062]

Do you ship your sunglasses to the UK?

[@emilycallahan1637]

Can you make a video about her carseat safety?

[@angelahornick123]

"you can't miss it, it would be with the child holding up the sign saying "fathering autism"."

[@PossumWrangler]

I know y'all mentioned researching CBD for Abbie, what is it y'all are considering using it for specifically and what are your thoughts so far? Feel free to reach out if you have any specific questions, we began our journey with CBD about 16 months ago!

[@nataliamartan3940]

Ardysangel can you tell me what is CBD? I sm not from America but I am very interested. Thank you

[@PossumWrangler]

Natalia Martan CBD is a cannabinoid extracted from the cannabis plant, the most widely known cannabinoid is THC(which is what makes individuals feel high) ....CBD oil on the other hand gives you the benefits of the cannabis plant ~ pain and nausea relief, helps control anxiety, is helpful for symptoms of PTSD, etc~ minus the "high" and is completely legal in the US without a prescription. Like all treatments however it works differently for different people. For example, my husband uses CBD oil 3 times a day for his Anxiety & PTSD...he will use more if needed as a rescue medication. My mother uses CBD to treat chronic knee pain. There are currently ongoing research studies with CBD/Autism .....these came about after many families living with autism became vocal about the benefits they have seen with its use, frequently the transition or when meltdowns seem to occur is the number one benefit discussed with CBD oil/Autism.

[@nataliamartan3940]

Ardysangel thank you again for your answer! How do you know all of that?:-)

[@PossumWrangler]

Natalia Martan a ton of research before my husband started using CBD oil