My Friend with Autism

Dustin is diagnosed with autism and developmental delays. He hopes people will take the time to have a conversation with him about lightning and chainsaws.
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[@kurgerbing1025]

My favorite part is when he says: "imma go tell daddy what I said right now"

[@mrcharlie3039]

😆

[@nickisc-o-o-l3584]

*now*

[@JMoKnow]

I was cracking up when he said that!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@krystalharwood6359]

the story about the cops....an autistic adult was tasered recently....quite sad cause he too was flailing his arms and acting eratically. glad they had patience with your son, mom

[@lenacaldeira1443]

😂😂😂😂

[@nokiot9]

The ‘which answer would you like’ way he communicates with him is low key brilliant. In my experience people with autism can get very upset if you don’t respond they way they expect and that’s a wonderful way to make him happy.

[@AoiUsagiOtoko]

came here to say this! it's heartwarming to watch, chris is such a great dude

[@1766584]

Chris is so awesome.

[@ninasubra1372]

He truly has a gift for communicating with these amazing people 🥹❤️

[@user-mq5dr1jh5t]

it also makes Dustin think on his own which is great for someone with a disability

[@poopdick69]

I think it's only autistic people on the "lower functioning" level for lack of better terms

[@dianeostertag244]

He is so sweet. I wouldnt mind being his friend. 😃

[@jonzillagd]

Bro I would love to be this guy’s friend. I’m great with communicating with people like this

[@travisrolando8205]

I'd love to be his friend too. 🤗😌

[@cooldudestreaks5456]

Same guys and he’s also funny

[@logmanwalsh2974]

Same

[@crazycutecatlady33]

Same here he seems like a sweet & funny guy

[@justlena6250]

"When Dustin asks questions how do you hope others respond?" "Cuss" I died lol 🤣

[@damosaviationandtravelvide2854]

lmao

[@thatswhatshesaid8365]

@@lalalostyou6858 he knew how awesome it was hahahaha :) we all get proud of ourselves for saying funny things and we want to see others enjoying it too. He just reacted on it instead of staying silent like someone else would have done if their dad wasnt in the room to hear it. Staying silent because they believe their joke isnt funny enough or worthy enough to go share it. People could learn from him :)

[@lillymurray8408]

And then he said “I’m gonna go tell my daddy what I just said right now!” 😂😂

[@jasonsmith4114]

@@lillymurray8408 Lmao I died, what a personnality this guy has, it must be tiring for the parents tho

[@courtney9213]

He’s definitely showing off😂❤️❤️ such a sweet young man!!!!

[@DPugh-gv2sr]

I got to know Dustin and his mom when I worked at a small pharmacy who they did business. I sometimes would go out to the car and speak to him. Once Dustin knew your name he never forgets it. He is a true blessing to anyone who meets him!!!

[@johnstudley8951]

Do you know Nick and patti

[@Kob-Crn]

Proof

[@quit9488]

@@Kob-Crn you don’t need proof for everything

[@untitledpoptart2264]

@I LOVE BEGALS shut up

[@sroevukasroevuka]

Lucky you for knowing this man. He seems like a real nice man.

[@jmjung9]

Hes so happy! Its amazing. Honestly his parents seem very exhausted but they obviously love him

[@tydeprince7197]

Yea they seem mentally drained but i think they were the perfect parents for him

[@nicholasneri4327]

He probably knew about the interview and was psyched for a while probably took a toll on them a bit.

[@linajurgensen4698]

Well I do understand them. It is exhausting living with a disabled adult child. That’s why so many people choose to avoid having children with disabilities.

[@WestVirginia1959]

It can be very exhausting caring for someone that is like a two-year-old but adult-size.

[@Nic98SE]

Kinda funny but I thought your username said Jesus Christ.

[@RAAVATHEBEASTTT]

This makes my heart melt.

[@konstantinmicevski7902]

are you alive ?

[@FortniteSaveTheWorld7655]

You ok did you have to get a heart transplant?

[@rollercoastercentral0808]

Why ? This is a perfect person I love him

[@RAAVATHEBEASTTT]

@Phoenix i know right

[@catattack885]

R.I.P, heart melting syndrome sucks

[@xxsupergeekxx2167]

“ Chris, I love you honey “. I’m sorry that was so adorably funny 😂

[@clarifyk5967]

“Chris, daddy loves you!” 😂

[@beerisgood7420]

ikr 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jdsjomnlln8836]

Adorably funny..hmm..that is a respectable way to say that..nice buddy, keep it up👏👏❣️

[@magicslave3066]

@@clarifyk5967 I wonder if he was being romantic 🤔

[@amgooder]

@@magicslave3066 Chris are you married? Chris do you love me? I wanna come see you? Chris can I get a hug from you? Chris, I love you man. Chris I love you honey😄

[@cl570]

2:24 I love how Chris was contemplating on the answer here lol, it's so silly but he was trying to be mature or make sure he doesn't spook him. That's really sweet of you.

[@Langford0101]

My brother has autism, he does have awful tantrums but he is the funniest person ever and I love him to bits

[@tonysoprano879]

Your name LMAO

[@damosaviationandtravelvide2854]

@@tonysoprano879 Maybe his bro had done something that made him end up in that name

[@syleenadawn2038]

"Awful Tantrums" are likely Meltdowns, these are very different than tantrums

[@Langford0101]

@@syleenadawn2038 Yeh, he can lash out simply just telling him a polite "no"

[@Mrspineappleplays]

I have a a brother with autism to! He also has ALOT of bad bad tantrums!

[@angewashere]

Chris: “why do you like dinosaurs” Dustin: “because they eat people” 😂😂 Another quote from this is Dustin: “Chris, I love you hunny” I love him 💓

[@CMchyy]

He is so sweet! Love this

[@krystalharwood6359]

he's got a girlfriend

[@starljus3648]

Hi is amazing

[@Blox117]

@@krystalharwood6359 lol not the tarded guy

[@krystalharwood6359]

@@Blox117 i was making a reference to Chris. Dustin asked him if he was married

[@carlieann3484]

6:33 “I love you Dinosaur” is my favorite part of the interview 🦖🦕

[@beatrute9968]

Same!

[@user-ty3oc5ph5e]

"...because they eat people" 😉

[@GuessMyName234]

It's the way he said it 😅

[@cooldudestreaks5456]

Same

[@GraceandHopemessages]

SAME!!!

[@jessicadeveau3502]

Dustin’s personality is contagious, what a sweetheart 🧡

[@rachelhockman1200]

These segments on autism really touch my heart. I am a mother of four, three of them have autism. Some days it gets really hard. To see all the positivness radiating through these families gives me hope.💚

[@francomilazzo8277]

If three out of four bave autism then you should check your raising skills

[@lnbni]

@@francomilazzo8277 Autism is literally a genetic disorder, has absolutely nothing to do with how you were raised. If three out of four have autism I think she is a very strong, hardworking snd good mother. Your comment was very misinformed and unnessecary.

[@BenHelminski]

Bar. Ben 👫❤😘

[@PurpleNoir]

Rachel you go girl! You sound like an awesome loving mom❤

[@Martmi29]

@@lnbni Some of it is nutritional or environmental contamination or both. As in the parent had some nutritional deficiency while baby was in the womb or exposed to contaminants or even the father had some nutritional deficiency or exposure to contaminants, which can cause the genetic disorder.

[@chrismorgan1559]

5:27 When chris asked "Are we friends now?" Dustin said "Oh yeah" 😆 loved that ❤ Hes so full of life. These parents have so much strength. I cant imagine how difficult it gets at times. Especially the parents that have to take care of their kids for the rest of their life. My preacher has a kid that has autism more severe then dustin and he is 37 now and they are still taking full time care of him. These parents are some of the most strongest and amazing on earth.

[@chelsaterra4815]

I also have an autistic son and it's amazing how much of a spectrum it is and how it varies so much from person to person.

[@omarthecupoftea7224]

i feel so sorry for u

[@OliviaBaeBy]

@@omarthecupoftea7224 🙄🙄🙄

[@nnass262]

@@omarthecupoftea7224 it's a good idea not to use a language if you're not comfortable with it

[@ophelia60]

@@omarthecupoftea7224 don’t say that ???

[@Carbordraws]

@@omarthecupoftea7224 you silly billy that’s not very nice

[@birdsrule8608]

Bless his dads heart. You can tell he’s tired but he keeps pushing through for his son

[@simpforsupersoldiers]

I am sorry... I can't even-- Dustin is so freaking precious.

[@birdsrule8608]

2:24 that’s so cool that you take your time to answer’s questions like that. I can tell your a genuine soul who doesn’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings

[@oranjebeer6637]

❤

[@Eliocall]

Dustin is a special lad in a good way, i love his innocence and kind, he really loves his mom and dad 😭😃.

[@nikkipare2485]

My whole family is in love with this family. I personally have watched this interview probably 7 times. 😆 Dustin is A COMPLETE JOY. My absolute favorite person on Earth!! And his parents are just my favorite too!!! You can see what a special bond they all have. And the sense of humor in this family is not lost on us! Please update us if you ever can, Chris!

[@farthimamarrah8562]

I've watched it more than 15 times Spend hours try to find his parents page on Facebook just so that I can see more videos of him. He's so adorable. I love him so much

[@edenberry8700]

I'm on my sister's account rn but I'm autistic. And I'm proud. People seem to think it's a bad thing but many good qualities come with it. I just hope by watching these videos, people come to know about us more and who we are.

[@lucyllewellyn2850]

I have aspergers syndrome

[@lucyllewellyn2850]

@@thecoolme1697 that's right it it autism.

[@gui18bif]

Amongus

[@opixis]

i’m autistic aswell and have had people staring and judging me my whole life,

[@krystalharwood6359]

like Dustin's dad said lotsa highs and lows

[@olivedog1880]

My nephew is autistic, and we love him for it. He’s a super funny kid too. Growing up and maturing. He’s a great, brutally honest kid 🤣 appreciate him for that too haha.

[@tiff7880]

I love how he addresses Chris with his name before each question. It's very sweet ❤

[@d.c.603]

My oldest is on the Autism spectrum. It changed me in so many ways. 🤗🙏🙏🤗 to Mother-Father for how they’ve handled parenting.

[@marialuizacardoso2225]

He's SO adorable.

[@GuessMyName234]

I love it when he asked what his pyjamas were doing 😂

[@RKhan-bq6ln]

😂 my son is 7 and has autism too. He’s obsessed with his pjs too! This made me giggle!

[@RKhan-bq6ln]

@@random-xl8kv "dude" read before you troll...talk about being random

[@rachelsimcha00]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Kai-eb1fv]

Love how Chris asks him if he wants the answer to be yes or no for the stuff about lightning and trees, that’s very considerate :) I hope Dustin won’t be in danger from the police, like the mom said around 7:40 ALSO: I literally watched Jurassic park tonight with my family, what a coincidence :0 I love dinosaurs too!

[@sophiesleeps12]

He's seriously so sweet. I don't know, i love him already.

[@artisticautistic9664]

I understand him fine. I also understand his thought process and that he is telling a lot of jokes to make people laugh. I'd get along with him great.

[@jamessoucy3740]

I like how attentive Chris is when talking to Dustin. He is following his eyes back and forth and he puts accentuation on certain words and expressions. Great job being a friend and teacher! Warms my heart to see Dustin talking and interacting so. My son is 6 and doesn't talk much but it gives me hope that one day he will be as happy and interactive as Dustin!

[@WhiteHeadSeaEagle]

Its so hard to find the right words to discribe how wonderful this is.

[@johnderat2652]

I personally think the opposite, for me it is so, so depressing. There is nothing sadder than mental illness.

[@leem.5246]

@@johnderat2652 autism isn’t a mental illness it’s a developmental disorder…

[@tyreclone1948]

@@johnderat2652 it’s not a mental illness it’s not hard to check that

[@qwertyuioplkmjnhbgvfcdxsza]

@@johnderat2652 Thats cuz its neither, its a development disorder.

[@camillaa_ek]

@@johnderat2652 well autism doesn't fall under either of them. His thoughts works just fine but his brain hasn't developed the same way as the majority. Totally different and as of now untreatable as opposed to mental illnesses and disorders.

[@ErnestHughes12344322]

Very smart, fast, and clever thinking with the response to his lighting question. Your work in showing the lives of people with different difficulties in life is awesome. Thank you for doing this.

[@buttwhittle8185]

Bruh that was hella Realeable when Chris asked Dustin why he liked dinosaurs and his answer was "because they eat peopple" .

[@fontasgeorgopoulos1048]

That was awesome! I love dinos too!

[@lunablom5889]

I LOVE that you are so patient, and I love that you answer all his questions, it just melts my heart !!! 🥰

[@siddhu122koya]

watching him buzz with so much energy is absolute joy. I hope my nephew starts speaking soon

[@MissArtieCraftie]

this is my favourite sbsk interview! yall should do a 2nd interview 😀

[@carmenmonoxide7459]

OMG I fell out looking at his mom's face when he said the police pulled him and his dad over. That young man has lots of energy.

[@leahgracefecteau]

What a very kind and friendly man he is

[@JSTforever18]

What a beautiful soul. Light in this dark dark world.🥺

[@ladyrapunzilla1143]

"Joy to the world" people that instantly break out in a song are my kind of people :) such a great and funny guy!

[@niceguygameryt7768]

I love that the parents don't continuously tell him to calm down or stop when they are talking and he's talking. They just let him try but keep the conversation going and you can see him over time realize that people are talking to each other so I should sit up and listen right now. He's a smart nice guy with great parents.

[@meganvandyke1400]

He's so nice and sweet and kind he made me cry and by the way I love that they gave you your comments back.

[@na2672]

He has the best personality !! So nice and sweet 🥺

[@gt_boys]

i love chris he’s so wholesome

[@alexmaldonado7971]

7:00 is my favorite it makes me smile.

[@karaninatania6386]

Chris I love you honey

[@RandyMony]

Dustin is like an oasis in the middle of a very harsh desert (corny I know - sorry) I teared up when he wanted a hug😍

[@julieann5952]

Chris, you're amazing. 💛

[@autismunknown4227]

Thanks I know it.

[@dduplechin16]

My daughter Allyson got married in 2011 and has 2 kids that both have autism and I love them both who they are and what they are 💕 .

[@chikapunk4340]

Ur old

[@stargrl.]

@@chikapunk4340 💀

[@karenmurphy7858]

I love how each of your interviews allows people to have a chance to see individuals with varying situations and how life is for them and their families. God bless you for your work.

[@charlescook5796]

Hey, Dustin. You are awesome buddy. Keep being yourself and try to make sure to say "thank you" to your amazing parents. I like trains too and make sure dad is there when you play with the chainsaw. Love you all the way from Seattle, Washington.

[@ericrobinson1930]

Chris you have taught me humility, compassion and just to say "hi, how are you?". Thank you for changing my attitude towards people in general....I would live to meet and be friends with every person you have interviewed!

[@JosephWMicheli]

Honestly, same. I'm neurodivergent myself and I've been able to pretty effectively mask it most of my life. It's been a double-edged sword, and while I'm sad to say it, I spent a long time looking down on other neurodivergent folks who couldn't or just didn't want to mask like I did. I didn't really see any other options for myself or for others than to act "normal," and I was unfriendly when I saw people act in ways that I would criticize myself for. This channel has provided an incredible template for what being a loving and caring person to everyone should look like. I appreciate Chris' kindness and the simple rule by which he summarizes it: everyone has value, and that value is the same no matter who it is. It's helped me to better to other people, and also to myself.

[@optimusslime6240]

I love how you matched his energy and asked the questions at a fast pace. Can totally see how much effort you put into this!

[@earthy1013]

Omg his joy truly spreads, he literally put a smile on my face🥺♥️♥️

[@Kickhiminthenards]

When he asked for a hug was the most amazing thing, my daughter has autism, it took a very long time, and countless hours of ABA, before she became comfortable enough with touch sensations to be able to give us hugs. That part really struck a chord.

[@SeansModelBuilds]

That reminds me of what my friend told me about his autistic kids. "They never hug my friends, but they always hug you."

[@ElevatorWasher5000]

I love hugging people if I can

[@VikiSLevine]

"How did you feel when lightning hit your tree?" "Sad" This guy loves trees. Give him a medal :)

[@someoneentertainment7023]

I'm autistic, and I have a favorite stick :)

[@Marixx.-]

​@@someoneentertainment7023i like rocks

[@kaylacarpenter272]

"Chris, I love you, honey." I diiieedd.

[@MoneyBoyCJ]

“Daddy Loves You” 😂

[@nurfathiniabas144]

This is gay lmao

[@bellona6356]

@@nurfathiniabas144 it's affectionate. Also, there's nothing wrong with being gay. What a lame comment.

[@stephanienelson9554]

This brought a smile and a chuckle to my life, Chris is truly a humble friend and Dustin is an angel no matter what I am going through I can’t help but smile 😊 thank you for this I truly needed it ♥️

[@Nan-59]

What a great interview! Lots of joy in that young man.

[@joshhubbard8285]

What a sweet guy Such a joy to be around I imagine and can he could brighten anyone's day

[@carhiful]

What a lovely young man Dustin is, I love his sense of humor!💛💐

[@alenaduplantier4505]

It's not sense of humor his just autistic but his quite adorable

[@sugardaddy9721]

This dude is amazing, how he keeps eye contact on Justin constantly.

[@jvieira3807]

He is a spitting image of his father. Awwww may God continue to give these parents the strength to raise this special son and keep this family close to God always. God bless you all! ❤️ God gives us our children because WE as parents are strong enough to raise them. They are chosen for US for a reason. He's a gift to his parents and his parents a gift to him. 💕

[@isimonsez]

there’s no god. grow up

[@medman7341]

Glory to God!🙏

[@yeeyee6412]

Thanks be to God the Father.!! ❤ Amen!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@campbell953]

I must have watched most of the videos on this channel over the last few months, they're just so heartwarming and important. I've begun to notice these interviews have taught me a lot about how to speak confidently and respectfully with anyone at all, and how to really listen to them in return. love this channel, hope I come across more folks putting this kind of energy into the world in the future.

[@melanierobinson4152]

I'm so happy you show the world how beautiful people with disabilities are. I get a better understanding from your channel. You do amazing work.

[@elizabethlane880]

Dustin is the best guy ever. I see pure joy in him, like his mum said. One of the most joyous people you'd ever see. Positive, great humour, real and genuine. God bless him and his parents.

[@blossomsandroses7517]

He’s so wonderfully sweet and happy. He has so many things to share about literally everything and it seems like he has a very magnetic personality.

[@MegoLegos]

My son is Autustic, ADHD, and has ODD. Coming across your channel and seeing the spectrum on different levels has been eye opening. Thank you for doing what you do!!!

[@alioth.-.]

Yes I see the joy and love from him!!

[@trillmatic512]

everyone needs a Dustin in life man, this dude definitely seems like the best person to kick it with

[@rickvankempen24]

''I love dinosaurs, because they eat people'' I also would like to have a friend like that

[@daniel-vs2cr]

I'm envious of you Chris. You get to meet all these amazing people with amazing characters. It makes me cry tears of joy to watch you interview people. So I could only imagine the overwhelming sense of love and compassion you feel when you speak face to face with them. I hope anyone else that reads this feels the same. This is truely the most AWESOME community to be apart of.

[@ninawest8]

Chris, never stop doing this, you a blessing to these people😇

[@rafyprz]

So incredibly sweet and heartwarming. Hope they're all doing well. 💕

[@yadiratejeda6936]

Hes so perfectttt!!! His smile is beautiful, and him saying daddy i love you a couple times off camera was the cutest thing ever!! Hes so pure i love him!

[@UwUn035]

honestly, you can tell he was raised with so much love. He's so sweet and joyful, and he says, "I love you" very easily. He seems like a great guy to be friends with ♡

[@madelinenaquin4930]

I absolutely loved watching this interview. Thanks for making me smile, Dustin.

[@redwolfmaddox3986]

I’ve had a few friends with autism and they were all very very friendly. It’s a shame some people bully others just because there different. We are all unique and we should embrace it as it comes.

[@handle2033]

One of my best friends has autism.

[@Marbleocto]

I've been friends with autistic people my whole life since 4th grade, I've been bullied by neurotypicals for almost the whole time I was in school, It was so strange but warming to me that I was more accepted with them and rather than those who are normal, They are the kindest people ever and I feel so happy to share a big chunk of my life with them

[@roxanneross8265]

Dustin is such a sweet spirit, my boyfriend has two sons with Autism and they are both some of the best people I could ever know, I love them so much♡

[@L1vingLe6end]

I’ve never met this person in my life and he just sounds like the sweetest, nicest, and funnest guy to be around.

[@wendyname334]

I love how Chris is so sweet, cool and loving with all of his special friends. Chris you are what love looks like for others. God bless you always.

[@shanehess931]

You have an amazing personality brother, I admire you, you treat them respect, not like an animal in a zoo, but as a human being. Everyone can learn from you. It’s really touching how you connect with these amazing people, we need more people like you in this world.

[@dloren2010]

❤️Dustin❤️ I just love him. As a caregiver, who works with Autism daily, Dustin is a beautiful soul!

[@johnlomax2502]

Chris. Thank you for bringing these souls into our focus. We need to see who they are. Oh, and I think you are amazing.

[@TheForestGlade]

This channel is one of the very best on KZbin. I absolutely love every single interview.

[@technologynewsreviews200]

Chris you make me more human.. its easy to get lost in the same everyday cycle and loss sight of things that truly matter in life, hats off to you 🙏

[@zthethundergodz420]

He is so funny, energetic and, seems so happy 😁😁

[@helenwhite1748]

he is a amazing kid so loving and kind thanks for sharing your life with us Dustin i hope you continue to do well. Happy the comments are back.

[@KYNAEVIL]

Thank you for sharing your time with Dustin. He’s got such a great heart and his parents are awesome.

[@bestfemale.]

Man Chris is really good at keeping him focused and stuff. He’s always engaged and really into what the person it talking about. Love it.

[@DAgamon21]

What a sweetheart. I have autism myself, and I love making friends with other people with autism. Such sweet and compassion individuals

[@eric-rounds]

Chris, you are so good at what you do. Dustin is adorable. I loved how he expresses his joy.

[@blakenehring5805]

I grew up with a brother with autism, we were adopted together and I have always felt the need to take care of him- the way you communicate with Dustin is so heartwarming, you don't judge you don'y hesitate before you answer him, you treat him like you are having a normal conversation with a human, you don't treat him like a little kid but you still talk to him in a way that he can understand.

[@yvettelucy9831]

Oh my heart!! He's just the sweetest!! God bless their family❤

[@JourneymanLineman]

One of the most needed channels straight up.

[@jinga210]

Loving Dustin and Chris’s friendship in this interview.

[@dewaynetodalen4491]

This channel is outstanding!!! I visit everyday to remind me of gratitude. Chris you're amazing, and have a real gift. Thank you.

[@Millennial_Mike]

2:23 - the way you continue this dialogue is so inspirational... I remember thinking this the first time I watched it. I've since used this type of answering myself. 😀

[@milagrosnavarro7545]

Chris you are a Fantastic Person. Please continue to work with these Special Children. Go Bless Our Children.

[@sheenagriffith2635]

Thanks for enlightening me on the spectrums of autism through this channel. Seems like it challenges everyone uniqulely. I wish Dustin light, love and wholeness.