Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Shari, we all lose it some times. With these kids it is so hard because they look so normal and often seem so NT, but we don't know what's going on in their minds. And it sometimes is a complete bafflement when they " go off. " I have been humiliated by son in public and by my reaction and those of others who see him. I have over-reacted to his antics at home until I just have to leave or beat him. These are exasperating kids to deal with and even though it help to know that they aren't exasperating on purpose, they can still drive you crazy. There is no hard and fast solution. They get more adaptable with maturity, with the right medications, with the right interventions, and with understanding. We often go many days or weeks now without a meltdown or embarassing show in public. When they come, and they still do sometimes, they make me feel sick to my stomach. But it does get better. Just come here and vent and you will feel better. Someone here has been thru it. Fully half of us are on meds ourselves to help us cope. Hang in there. Leggs, mom to Brandt, HFA or Aspergers and 7 years old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Shari, we all lose it some times. With these kids it is so hard because they look so normal and often seem so NT, but we don't know what's going on in their minds. And it sometimes is a complete bafflement when they " go off. " I have been humiliated by son in public and by my reaction and those of others who see him. I have over-reacted to his antics at home until I just have to leave or beat him. These are exasperating kids to deal with and even though it help to know that they aren't exasperating on purpose, they can still drive you crazy. There is no hard and fast solution. They get more adaptable with maturity, with the right medications, with the right interventions, and with understanding. We often go many days or weeks now without a meltdown or embarassing show in public. When they come, and they still do sometimes, they make me feel sick to my stomach. But it does get better. Just come here and vent and you will feel better. Someone here has been thru it. Fully half of us are on meds ourselves to help us cope. Hang in there. Leggs, mom to Brandt, HFA or Aspergers and 7 years old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Shari, we all lose it some times. With these kids it is so hard because they look so normal and often seem so NT, but we don't know what's going on in their minds. And it sometimes is a complete bafflement when they " go off. " I have been humiliated by son in public and by my reaction and those of others who see him. I have over-reacted to his antics at home until I just have to leave or beat him. These are exasperating kids to deal with and even though it help to know that they aren't exasperating on purpose, they can still drive you crazy. There is no hard and fast solution. They get more adaptable with maturity, with the right medications, with the right interventions, and with understanding. We often go many days or weeks now without a meltdown or embarassing show in public. When they come, and they still do sometimes, they make me feel sick to my stomach. But it does get better. Just come here and vent and you will feel better. Someone here has been thru it. Fully half of us are on meds ourselves to help us cope. Hang in there. Leggs, mom to Brandt, HFA or Aspergers and 7 years old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Shari, you have come to the right place. Everybody here knows exactly how you feel, we have all been there and done that. And are still doing it. My Toby will be 6 tomorrow, was diagnosed 2 years ago. At that time I didn;t like my child. As hard as that sounds, I had no idea what was going on with him, all I knew was he was behaving exactly as Brendon is now. Two years later we still don't go to restaurants , going new places is a challenge. But he turned out to be my sunshine, even if he screams at me and our life is going into a different direction than planned. Toby has learned a lot in school as have I . We are blessed with great teachers. Just knowing what is wrong made all the difference. I can now deal with his behaviour, often prevent it or calm him down. He still lives on cheeseburgers and fruit, but he thrives. As will Brendon. It;s overwhelming, it takes all you have and plain sucks sometimes. Toby used to run as soon as his feet touched the ground , now he stops when called and even comes back sometimes. :-) They learn and grow. You will regain your strenght for yourself and your family. Knowing and understanding what's going on is the biggest step. Well, I usually lurk and read and feel with everybody, probably one of the other moms can help you better than I can. Just wanted to let you know you can vent anytime :-) susi mom to Toby ( almost 6 ASD ) and Lars ( almost 8 NT) ----- Original Message ----- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Hi Shari, Welcome to the group. You've come to the right place because I think we've all felt like you have. I realize you feel all alone in this, but you have us. We will listen to you vent, share in your enjoys, and even give advice when requested. How you feel doesn't make you a bad mother either. Just a very normal one. And coming here looking for support shows that you ARE a good mother. n is a lucky child. Maggie ps When embarrasses me in public, I've been known to say to him, " Just wait until I tell your mother what you're doing! " It works like a charm. ________________________________________________________________ Sign Up for Juno Platinum Internet Access Today Only $9.95 per month! Visit www.juno.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 > > Maggie > > ps When embarrasses me in public, I've been known to say to him, > " Just wait until I tell your mother what you're doing! " It works like a > charm. LOL that's a good one !!! Wouldn't work for me, Toby is mini-me, can't deny that child for one minute !!! Toby is light blonde with blue eyes , his brother has brown hair and dark brown eyes ( their dad is of italian descent ) Just sharing susi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 > Hi, my name is Shari and I am new to this list. I am Mom to n > (ASD, 5yrs old) and Jenna 2 yrs. Sorry to make my first post a > venting one, but our family is at wits end. Hi Shari. I thought at first you were answering one of my posts from the title. This list is a great place to come to when you are at wit's end. The folks here really do understand, and more than likely there are others who have experience the same thing. We feel so cut off and isolated sometimes and here we find out that other families have similar experiences. It helps. Alot. I am really starting to > worry. ly it just comes down to this. Today I officially > became sick and tired of having a special needs child. We all visit this from time to time. Fact is that it's hard. Sometimes are harder than others, but it's hard. We didn't go out and decide to be parents of autistic kids. It's one of those things that happens and there you are. Even when you accept that things are the way they are it still doesn't change the fact that it's hard, and no one wants to deal with difficult things ALL the time. Today I just > wanted to go out like a normal family and I can't, and it doesn't > seem like I ever will be able to. Special diets, and extremely picky > eating prevent us from eating out, tendency to run away, erratic > emotional outburst over ridiculous things really make it unpleasant > to go anywhere. All of us deal with some aspect of any or all of these to some degree. It's a part of our lives, and yeah, sometimes it stinks. I''m pretty tired of some of this right now too. I feel like I am trying everything that is out there > and nothing is making a dent in his behavior, and that isn't helping > the mood any. Help, I feel like the worst mother there is. That is such a frustrating place to be in. You are not a bad mother. None of us are. You do the best you can with what you have at the time, and sometimes, things are just really really difficult. Period. No matter what you do, it's just hard. School, diets, sometimes medication, therapy, time, all those things help. The problem is that they all take time. Sometimes progress is a very slow thing for our kids. They take alot of little steps learning how to make one regular size step, and things that come effortlessly to NT (neurotypical) kids so often do not come easily to ours. It's not bad parenting, it's just part of autism. I wonder > how on earth I can love this child so much it hurts yet get so angry, > frustrated and tired of the same kid. Especially feel bad since I > know he isn't doing any of it on purpose, but it still makes me crazy > somedays, since by knowing he isn't acting this way on purpose also > tells me there is no way he can change his behavior on purpose. Um, yeah. That about sums that up. It's incredibly frustrating. You love them so much and you could also pull your hair out. Pretty normal response around here. > Can't bribe him, threaten him, punish him to get him to stop > screaming and overreacting so what do I do? You learn how to avoid, redirect, manipulate, communicate (in a fashion they can manage), structure, restrain (if they are agressive or runners), use ABA, Floortime, or whatever else works. You also drink coffee, eat chocolate and spend time reading PA email. Oh wait..that's me. I really think I am > embarrassed now by his behavior. I got over that a while back, but > it seems to have returned......Help! The people who should be embarrased are the people that can cognitively make choices over their behavior. Don't let them bother you. They don't have a clue about your life, your son, or what your family deals with. He has autism. What's their excuse? > Thanks for " listening " everyone, I really needed this. So glad you found us. BTW..where are you? Do you have other kids? Are you married? Tell tell. We are nosy too, lol, but only if you want to share. Hugs, and welcome. , one of the so called mommas of hundreds. I'll list my crew for you as a brief intro as I do not typically use a sig line. , amazing man that comes home every day to all of this , nearly 16, NVLD, ADD, Tourette's, OCD, Hyperlexic, (Aspie, but not officially so) Gail, 13, Asperger's, severe ADHD, OCD, Anxiety with panic attacks 11 on Wednesday!! ASD, BP, ADHD, Tourette's, DSI (Having a VERY hard time right now) , 5, Asperger's, Very H in the ADHD, OCD, ODD, DSI , 2.5, Developmental Delay, Apraxia of speech, DSI, (autistic, just not formal yet) > Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Joshie looks like me when I was a kid, but not like me now, if that makes sense. But it is hysterical to see the look on his face when I say that. Maggie ________________________________________________________________ Sign Up for Juno Platinum Internet Access Today Only $9.95 per month! Visit www.juno.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 Hi Shari! Sorry things are so bad right now. Most of us here know how frustrating it can get. I'm again at a stage where I won't take my youngest shopping with me because of his obsession to have to buy things, it will end up in a tantrum in the store and I don't have the patients for it right now. You're not a bad mother, you're just reacting to things that are out of your control. It's not fun parenting a children like ours! It's damn hard and none of us signed up as parents expecting this kind of a job. We all know about loving a child that much, yet wanting to scream at the top of your lungs at him, and knowing that he just isn't going to get it so you'll just be wasting your breath. I guess the important thing is to just try to keep remembering that there is a wonderful kid in there, and sooner or later something will click and you'll get to see more of him. In the meantime, all you can do is avoid the situations that set him off as much as possible...sometimes, that's all you can do. Big hugs, Sue When you feel a bit better, tell us some of what he's been doing. Maybe we can give you some ideas of things that have worked for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2003 Report Share Posted April 12, 2003 (((Shari))) We've all been there and know how you feel, so vent away and don't worry about it. Janae , 10, ADD Jake, 7, autism Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 Shari Wow that post could have been written by ANY of us If we can we'll help. Have you tried keeping track of what happened before during and after his behaviors. My daughter is 3.5 and we usually find that her berhaviors are either for escape or sensory. The ones that are for attention are easy because that's the only time she'll look at me lol. Hugs and hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 Shari Wow that post could have been written by ANY of us If we can we'll help. Have you tried keeping track of what happened before during and after his behaviors. My daughter is 3.5 and we usually find that her berhaviors are either for escape or sensory. The ones that are for attention are easy because that's the only time she'll look at me lol. Hugs and hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 Shari Wow that post could have been written by ANY of us If we can we'll help. Have you tried keeping track of what happened before during and after his behaviors. My daughter is 3.5 and we usually find that her berhaviors are either for escape or sensory. The ones that are for attention are easy because that's the only time she'll look at me lol. Hugs and hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 > ps When embarrasses me in public, I've been known to say to him, " Just wait until I tell your mother what you're doing! " It works like a charm. > ROLFMAO!! That's a good one Maggie! I love it. I'd do that but would holler " MooooMM!! " She wouldn't let me get by with it. might though..... Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 > ps When embarrasses me in public, I've been known to say to him, " Just wait until I tell your mother what you're doing! " It works like a charm. > ROLFMAO!! That's a good one Maggie! I love it. I'd do that but would holler " MooooMM!! " She wouldn't let me get by with it. might though..... Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 > ps When embarrasses me in public, I've been known to say to him, " Just wait until I tell your mother what you're doing! " It works like a charm. > ROLFMAO!! That's a good one Maggie! I love it. I'd do that but would holler " MooooMM!! " She wouldn't let me get by with it. might though..... Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 >>Toby used to run as soon as his feet touched the > ground , now he > stops when called and even comes back sometimes. :-)<< Boy, I can't wait for this to happen. Buster still starts his day running, but I think I'm finally working this one out in my mind. He absolutely NEEDS all the overstimulation. It drives me completely batty as I am not exactly your high energy person, but we've finally worked the back yard issue out for the time being (Can someone tell him to stop growing??) and he runs and runs in a safe place now. With all the stimulation he's been getting here and at school, he actually said his own name for the first time ever this week (YAY!). Of course, he won't say it when asked or when you want him to, but my husband and I both actually heard him say it, so that's a step. He also picked up a toy cell phone, when my husband told him it was for him, Buster put it to his ear and said " Lo-lo " ! So, that kind of made up for the really interesting time everyone else in the restaurant was having watching him eat his food. Buster has every right to be there, we went and both of us had a nice breakfast while everyone around us was murmuring (To hell with them). Of course, that's this week, next week he could be in his jumping off the table mood again and I could be tearing my hair out. But I'll deal with that then. LOL. debbi --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 4/11/03 Tested on: 4/13/03 8:48:15 AM avast! is copyright © 2000-2003 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 >>>>>> Hi, my name is Shari and I am new to this list. I am Mom to n (ASD, 5yrs old) and Jenna 2 yrs. <<<<<< Welcome to you all!! >>>>>> Sorry to make my first post a venting one, but our family is at wits end. I am really starting to worry. ly it just comes down to this. Today I officially became sick and tired of having a special needs child. <<<<<< Don't worry that's what we are here for. Believe me we ALL have been where you are right now. >>>>>>>>>> Special diets, and extremely picky eating prevent us from eating out, tendency to run away, erratic emotional outburst over ridiculous things really make it unpleasant to go anywhere. I feel like I am trying everything that is out there and nothing is making a dent in his behavior, and that isn't helping the mood any. <<<<<<<<<< All of this is extrememly familiar territory...YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!!! >>>>>>> Help, I feel like the worst mother there is. <<<<<<< You are not. You definitely ARE NOT!!!! I'm sure you are a GREAT mom! >>>>>>>> I wonder how on earth I can love this child so much it hurts yet get so angry, frustrated and tired of the same kid. Especially feel bad since I know he isn't doing any of it on purpose, but it still makes me crazy somedays, since by knowing he isn't acting this way on purpose also tells me there is no way he can change his behavior on purpose. Can't bribe him, threaten him, punish him to get him to stop screaming and overreacting so what do I do? I really think I am embarrassed now by his behavior. I got over that a while back, but it seems to have returned......Help! Thanks for " listening " everyone, I really needed this. Shari <<<<<<<<<<< What you are going thru is perfectly normal! and it SUCKS! Is n in school? Does he get any services? Are you married? Do you get respite? I know lots of questions....lol....we're here to support and help you...so keep on venting. Where are you from? Penny - Mom to Jacqui, 8, HFA Jeff, 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 >Help, I feel like the worst mother there is. I wonder > how on earth I can love this child so much it hurts yet get so angry, > frustrated and tired of the same kid. Welcome, Shari! I can't tell you how many times I've asked the question above. My son, , is nearly 7, and some days I am sick to DEATH of him. And that can happen only hours after he's done something so miraculous I feel I have to sit and cry with gratitude. We are living on a roller coaster, and we can't get off. The heights are exhilarating, and the plummets make you sick to your stomach. >Help, I feel like the worst mother there is. Well, you love him enough to have him diagnosed, to try diets and therapies, to keep taking him out in public regardless of how frustrated or embarassed you feel. You don't threaten him, or bribe him, or use punishments you know won't help. You are 'trying everything that's out there', to quote your post. And now you've reached out to a group of parents who know what you're going through, so that you can get some support and understanding. Sounds like a good mother to me, Shari. n is lucky to have someone who works so hard even when it's hard on her. (((hugs))) Jacquie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2003 Report Share Posted April 13, 2003 Hi Shari, Your post describes my house about 3 years ago. The tantrums were enough to drive me buggy without all the other issues. is 8, ASD, and his behaviour has evened out a lot and he's developed enough verbal skill to tell me what's wrong, most of the time. I still remember the days when opening the curtains could cause a full-blown melt-down. And just yesterday he had a total fit because the local ice rink let the ice go for the spirng. Oh well. Hang in there hon. It will get better. Try keeping a journal, it could help you pin down the things that bug him the most. As for the food thing, I'm still wotking on that. My boy lives on chicken nuggets and bagels. Vent here whenever you need. We get it. Tuna ===== mom to: , 8, ASD , 4, NT Normal is just a setting on the washing machine. - Whoopi Goldberg ______________________________________________________________________ Post your free ad now! http://personals.yahoo.ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 14, 2003 Report Share Posted April 14, 2003 You know it's funny how we get " used " to the meltdowns. I can usually just walk away now. The other day Jacqui wanted a KitKat, (we have to hide anything chocolate now, for obvious reasons). I told her we didn't have any. That was unacceptable. She asked me at least four more times, got out the stool to search the cupboards and DEMANDED a KitKat. There were no KitKats to be had. She reached her frustration level, and of course, no more words. Just a screaching, primal, autistic scream. Didn't phase me a bit. Penny Re: At wits end Hi Shari, Your post describes my house about 3 years ago. The tantrums were enough to drive me buggy without all the other issues. is 8, ASD, and his behaviour has evened out a lot and he's developed enough verbal skill to tell me what's wrong, most of the time. I still remember the days when opening the curtains could cause a full-blown melt-down. And just yesterday he had a total fit because the local ice rink let the ice go for the spirng. Oh well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2003 Report Share Posted April 16, 2003 Shari: Sorry I am so late in replying here, but I wanted to give you a proper response. First, welcome to the group. My name is , mom to n (3 in July, ASD?) and Phoebe (9 weeks). Let me say that I feel your pain, really. I was just thinking myself lately that I am officially tired of the " special needs " experience. Like your child, n also runs away has outbursts over everything. I also feel like I've tried everything, nothing works, and I'm a terrible mother because I feel like my only option left is to begin administering regular beatings! Again, like you I never imagined that you could love someone so much and have them drive you f**king insane. And like you, I also know that he is innocent. Honestly I don't have any answers. We're all still figuring it out. All I can tell you is that when you need to talk about these things, you can come here, and people *will* understand. Thanks for sharing, (SAHM in GA) MSN elizabethloht@... n 33, mo, no formal dx Phoebe, 9 wks ----- Original Message ----- > Hi, my name is Shari and I am new to this list. I am Mom to n > (ASD, 5yrs old) and Jenna 2 yrs. Sorry to make my first post a > venting one, but our family is at wits end. I am really starting to > worry. ly it just comes down to this. Today I officially > became sick and tired of having a special needs child. Today I just > wanted to go out like a normal family and I can't, and it doesn't > seem like I ever will be able to. Special diets, and extremely picky > eating prevent us from eating out, tendency to run away, erratic > emotional outburst over ridiculous things really make it unpleasant > to go anywhere. I feel like I am trying everything that is out there > and nothing is making a dent in his behavior, and that isn't helping > the mood any. Help, I feel like the worst mother there is. I wonder > how on earth I can love this child so much it hurts yet get so angry, > frustrated and tired of the same kid. Especially feel bad since I > know he isn't doing any of it on purpose, but it still makes me crazy > somedays, since by knowing he isn't acting this way on purpose also > tells me there is no way he can change his behavior on purpose. > Can't bribe him, threaten him, punish him to get him to stop > screaming and overreacting so what do I do? I really think I am > embarrassed now by his behavior. I got over that a while back, but > it seems to have returned......Help! > Thanks for " listening " everyone, I really needed this. > Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2003 Report Share Posted April 16, 2003 Shari: Sorry I am so late in replying here, but I wanted to give you a proper response. First, welcome to the group. My name is , mom to n (3 in July, ASD?) and Phoebe (9 weeks). Let me say that I feel your pain, really. I was just thinking myself lately that I am officially tired of the " special needs " experience. Like your child, n also runs away has outbursts over everything. I also feel like I've tried everything, nothing works, and I'm a terrible mother because I feel like my only option left is to begin administering regular beatings! Again, like you I never imagined that you could love someone so much and have them drive you f**king insane. And like you, I also know that he is innocent. Honestly I don't have any answers. We're all still figuring it out. All I can tell you is that when you need to talk about these things, you can come here, and people *will* understand. Thanks for sharing, (SAHM in GA) MSN elizabethloht@... n 33, mo, no formal dx Phoebe, 9 wks ----- Original Message ----- > Hi, my name is Shari and I am new to this list. I am Mom to n > (ASD, 5yrs old) and Jenna 2 yrs. Sorry to make my first post a > venting one, but our family is at wits end. I am really starting to > worry. ly it just comes down to this. Today I officially > became sick and tired of having a special needs child. Today I just > wanted to go out like a normal family and I can't, and it doesn't > seem like I ever will be able to. Special diets, and extremely picky > eating prevent us from eating out, tendency to run away, erratic > emotional outburst over ridiculous things really make it unpleasant > to go anywhere. I feel like I am trying everything that is out there > and nothing is making a dent in his behavior, and that isn't helping > the mood any. Help, I feel like the worst mother there is. I wonder > how on earth I can love this child so much it hurts yet get so angry, > frustrated and tired of the same kid. Especially feel bad since I > know he isn't doing any of it on purpose, but it still makes me crazy > somedays, since by knowing he isn't acting this way on purpose also > tells me there is no way he can change his behavior on purpose. > Can't bribe him, threaten him, punish him to get him to stop > screaming and overreacting so what do I do? I really think I am > embarrassed now by his behavior. I got over that a while back, but > it seems to have returned......Help! > Thanks for " listening " everyone, I really needed this. > Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2003 Report Share Posted April 16, 2003 Shari: Sorry I am so late in replying here, but I wanted to give you a proper response. First, welcome to the group. My name is , mom to n (3 in July, ASD?) and Phoebe (9 weeks). Let me say that I feel your pain, really. I was just thinking myself lately that I am officially tired of the " special needs " experience. Like your child, n also runs away has outbursts over everything. I also feel like I've tried everything, nothing works, and I'm a terrible mother because I feel like my only option left is to begin administering regular beatings! Again, like you I never imagined that you could love someone so much and have them drive you f**king insane. And like you, I also know that he is innocent. Honestly I don't have any answers. We're all still figuring it out. All I can tell you is that when you need to talk about these things, you can come here, and people *will* understand. Thanks for sharing, (SAHM in GA) MSN elizabethloht@... n 33, mo, no formal dx Phoebe, 9 wks ----- Original Message ----- > Hi, my name is Shari and I am new to this list. I am Mom to n > (ASD, 5yrs old) and Jenna 2 yrs. Sorry to make my first post a > venting one, but our family is at wits end. I am really starting to > worry. ly it just comes down to this. Today I officially > became sick and tired of having a special needs child. Today I just > wanted to go out like a normal family and I can't, and it doesn't > seem like I ever will be able to. Special diets, and extremely picky > eating prevent us from eating out, tendency to run away, erratic > emotional outburst over ridiculous things really make it unpleasant > to go anywhere. I feel like I am trying everything that is out there > and nothing is making a dent in his behavior, and that isn't helping > the mood any. Help, I feel like the worst mother there is. I wonder > how on earth I can love this child so much it hurts yet get so angry, > frustrated and tired of the same kid. Especially feel bad since I > know he isn't doing any of it on purpose, but it still makes me crazy > somedays, since by knowing he isn't acting this way on purpose also > tells me there is no way he can change his behavior on purpose. > Can't bribe him, threaten him, punish him to get him to stop > screaming and overreacting so what do I do? I really think I am > embarrassed now by his behavior. I got over that a while back, but > it seems to have returned......Help! > Thanks for " listening " everyone, I really needed this. > Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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