Autistic daughter
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I totally understand your position right now! I think the same way. Try buying some stickers Animal stickers especially Try 3D stickers too. Everytime my daughter would cry on small things, I offer her gummy or lollipops (sugar free) and stickers. I hope it helps
Hi! My son is turning 4 in September and he does this all the time. It’s mentally and emotionally draining as it is constant all day long, especially now that we are trying potty training. I am praying that this is phase and that he will outgrow it :(
If that’s the only trait, I won’t conclude on autism just yet except proper diagnosis. My 12 year old daughter cries at the slightest chance and she’s diagnosed HSC. Being extremely sensitive and crying easily could sometimes be a part of a few different things — but it’s not automatically a “disorder”. At 7 years old, crying easily and being very sensitive can still be very normal developmentally. Children are still learning how to regulate (manage) their emotions at that age. But if it feels extreme — like crying over very small things every single day or being overwhelmed all the time — it can sometimes point to a few things: 1. Normal Emotional Development At 7, emotional swings are common. They can cry from frustration, not getting their way, being tired, or just feeling misunderstood. Their brains are still growing in areas like emotional regulation and impulse control. If they recover quickly after crying, it’s often just part of growing up. 2. Highly Sensitive Child
About 15–20% of children are naturally highly sensitive. They feel everything — happiness, sadness, even other people’s emotions — much deeper. They may cry easily when overwhelmed, criticized, or even when someone else is sad. This is not a disorder. It’s just how God wired them — more tender, more intuitive. 3. Anxiety in Children Sometimes, crying easily can be a sign of anxiety. Especially if the child worries a lot about making mistakes, separation from parents, being judged, or upcoming events. Anxiety can cause quick crying reactions even when the child doesn’t know how to explain it. 4. Depression or Grief in Children Less common but possible. If the child is sad most of the time, withdrawing from things they usually enjoy, or tired all the time. Important: Grief from a loss, major move, change of school, bullying, or family issues can show up as crying more.
So overall although this is a major autistic trait, it could be a million different things: In many cases at age 7, it’s normal or just a sign of high sensitivity. If it interferes with school, friendships, sleep, or daily joy, it might be time for a gentle evaluation by a pediatrician, child psychologist, or counselor.
My daughter has phases of doing that. ABA helps fir my daughter is telling and showing her how else she can respond to things she doesn't like and telling her that she needs to use words so I know how to help her
@Oma she’s definitely autistic she has other traits but this one is her biggest hindrance right now.
My son is the same way we’re in the process of signing him up to ABA.