Attack on my parenting
Need to get this off my chest. So my son turned 4 in March. Since then his behavior has gone down hill. No impulse control, very physical, mood swings, and some other little things. I think he has adhd and maybe autism. After a very rough weekend I decided I need to look into getting him evaluated/help. I talked to his daycare teacher and she helped reassure me that he is a sweet boy and just may need help with coping techniques(she is going to set up a referral). However when I try to talk to any family (including my husband) I get hit with the "you just need to be more stern with your discipline" I feel like I'm getting attack now for my parenting and made out to be a bad mom 😢
Go with your gut instinct. If it's ADHD or autism or both - being more stern and punishing will make no difference as it's a brain difference not a behavioural issue. Also considering it's genetic either you, your husband or other family will also have it and sometimes if people don't realise they do can be defensive. You are a good mum for worrying about your child and wanting the best support for them.