Father of autistic boy shows unconditional love
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
- Hear how this father's unconditional love for his autistic child has turned his son's life around.
Chris Davis was born with neurological damage, severe autism and physical disabilities. His father, Bill, was told it would be best to put Chris in an institution as he would be so difficult to look after.
But Bill and his wife refused, instead, they set out on a journey to seek answers and improve Chris's quality of life. They achieved so much through their determination, dedication and unconditional love that Chris is now at college.
In this uplifting video, Bill tells their story.
"Chris is in 11th grade, and pretty much on his own at high school. He has a mentor who helps him.
Chris probably had one of the worst diagnosis ever: self-injurious, swollen intestines, poisons in his system, neurological damage, mental retardation, severe autism, Crohn’s disease...
Chris did not communicate. He did not sit down, he didn’t put on clothes, he wouldn't go outside. He ate the walls, he ate the table, he ate the rug.
We couldn’t eat in the home, we couldn’t have lights on, the TV on. If I coughed he would run downstairs and punch me.
It was a 24-hour-a-day job. Chris never slept, he never ate, he wore diapers, never spoke.
I was pretty much told to put him in an institution.
It was obviously depressing, so we went on this battle, you know, to educate and provide therapies.
His mum went and studied everything she could get her hands on. She visited hospitals and schools and she set up a school in our home. Our home became a school.
It was one of the first centres of ABA, which is applied behavioural analysis. We set up intern programmes with kids from Penn State and Franklin & Marshall and we began teaching Chris.
I thought to myself, if he’s happy, if he stops hurting himself, you know, if I could hug him, that would be the greatest gift in life.
And we continued against all odds. And he got better. [To Chris:] So I’m just going to talk about you because I love you.
The thing I’ve learned most over the years is to be a parent first. It changed my life completely, put me in another direction. I was able to love unconditionally.
And I never thought of him as this poor broken human being who we needed to cure, you know? He’s not sick.
We love this incredibly, powerful story. It just goes to prove the power of unconditional love. What do you think? We'd love to hear your comments below.
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The world needs more parents like you.
The revelatory thing is that this man does not see his son is broken. The fact that he loves so unconditionally will be healing for his son and is actually working.
Rest In Peace Bill! Your work will live on and your legacy is strong!
Stay strong Chris, losing a father is rough but he will always be with you!
A real example of a father -- thank you, sir
You, sir, are the definition of a beautiful human being.
What a beautiful father.
I struggle everyday trying to be the best dad for my twin boys. I hope I’m doing right.
Sir, I care. I'm wishing and praying the upmost best for your selves, and lifes' needs. To thyself be true. Walk gloriously among men, dear family!
i have watch this clip more than 6 years ago. I am now in a process wit my 3 year old son. Its not as this but. The father popped in my head and he is my hero, teacher, motivater. I thank you for being in this video❤🙏🏾
A great loving father and son.
Damn, so amazing. I was not expecting this.
Who is cutting onions near me...?
awww ❤ my respects go out to the dad kudos to Chris and his parents
Natalie Jon It was a privilege to share their story. They are an amazing family.
+BrightVibes watching this made me realize sometimes parenting isn't easy but it's the way you handle the obstacles as a family love heals all.
Natalie Jon Exactly right. Parenting is never easy, but Bill is an inspiration on how to do it right.
+BrightVibes I could learn a lot from this man truth is I'm not a parent but if I do become one I'll definitely learn how to be patient and loving like the man in this video
Natalie Jon That's amazing to hear!
Totally Respect..!!!!!
KB-P2730 Couldn't have put it better!
Thank you.
And thanx too for sharin this.U know i'm a special kinisiotherapist and i work with disabled people too..
I have seen several difficult cases in my life..!!Although it's the 1st time that i see somethin' so severe ..
KB-P2730 The way Bill handles it with such grace is extraordinary. It just proves what we're capable of achieving with love.
RIP Bill. To the moon and back.
You have motivated me today Mate. 8 years in. (Absconded)
It ain’t easy! I agree. My Son has shown me how too
LOVE UNCONDITIONALLY.
I needed his help in my own spectrum.
Thank You Jesus!
I almost cry i now what it feel but human cant him self and hes good bou
Good man.
20 years in with my brother. It is rough. And yeah my brother bows his head when i give him kisses too 🤣🤣. He dont like his face kissed.
This is such a beautiful video.
My pastor sgared this today as part of an example of Father Gods love for us put of Romans 8
Im raising two autistic boys
Much respect ❤️
SIB, swollen intestines, poisons in his systems, almost Crohns disease, didn't eat, didn't sleep..... How is that not sick? I love your message with the exception of the end where you said he was not sick. I love how you interacted with your son and the kiss near the end is exactly how my son kisses me. Made me smile, but then you said he wasn't sick. I respectfully disagree. I wonder where he could be now with simple dietary interventions or other medical therapies. You're clear dedicated and driven parents. I'm just lost on why you think "poisons in his systems" and "neurological damage" is not sick. With respect.
I'm Simply A Dad Hi, Thanks for taking the time to comment. We posted this video on behalf of Bill and Chris so wouldn't want to comment on Bill's personal feelings and opinions. However, we believe that what shines through is Bill's unconditional love for his son and resolute support and belief in his abilities. That message is the one we are supporting with this video.
xryanv That's how we felt, too. And I'm sure Bill would agree. Thanks for commenting.
rantanen1 Well said!
It's often not functional to think of chronic conditions as a 'sickness' from the inside. There's no getting better. The flaw is part of the whole.
When he says he is not sick, he isn't talking about the poison. He is talking about his autism. He is saying the autism is not some sickness.
I love this ❤
❤❤❤best video ever!
Wow
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ABA therapy is very controversial to the Autism community. It often includes abusive "therapies" and the point of it is to make the person pass as neurotypical, not to help them to express themselves and be comfortable in managing their symptoms.
The goal is to help them to be able to function in society with some semblance of normalcy and free agency, while you may believe that a person with severe autism should have free reign, pillows and sunshine with their upbringing. But without rigorous and consistent behavioral and academic treatment, it usually results in them retreating into their own mind, this halts their ability to grow mentally, and sentences them to a life of an invalid, but I guess we have different opinions on the concept of expressing oneself and managing their symptoms,, one being a free person to live their life, and another possibly sent to a institution because they've become a violent danger to themselves and to others.
An "invalid"?? Uhhhh
Thank you for sharing. We are trying to find a primary doctor that can refer for a dentist to sedate my grandson for dental work. Insurance is no help. We're in Oregon
My dad would have just dumped me and forgot about me. Again.