What are the chances of my child being autistic if his father is?

Hi all,

My (undiagnosed) autistic husband has just left me. I'm terrified  of raising a baby alone as it was him that pushed to have a baby and I never saw myself being maternal. 

The way my husband has treated me has left me scarred and I am now terrified that my child will turn out just like him.

Can anyone tell me the chances of having an autistic child if his father is autistic?

Also if anyone can give me any tips on helping an autistic child not turn out violent just like him I would really appreciate your input.

Thanks 

Parents
  • This makes me sad. 

    Children who are loved and accepted, who are taught good ethics and introduced to art, who are engaged with and allowed to explore (hopefully in a healthy and kind and mindful environment) - tend to turn out well adjusted. When I saw my son was becoming his father at 2 (he threw a book at me just like daddy), I realised I needed to leave his father immediately and put my self in order. The best thing I discovered is that every healthy practice I engage in, my son now engages in (he's 24). I start yoga, a few years later he's interested in it. He's now buying his own self-help books and when he asks for guidance or advice, I've already done my home work. Seek wisdom, Take care of you first, and you will find it easy to be self-sacrificial toward your child who will in turn adore and respect you all the more for it. Xx

  • Your son sounds amazing. I hope my daughter can turn out just as wonderfully as your son. I will make sure to show her everyday how much I care for her, her brother and her mother.

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