Whether we admit it or not, there is often initially a sense of resentment when our child is diagnosed with autism. For parents who have readily accepted this fact, it is a good thing, but not all parents in the world are so willing to accept this fact. This is the reason why, according to Jean Genet, there are possibilities for parents to develop post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. Also, women are more prone to developing this disorder.

What exactly is PTSD?

PTSD is a stress-related disorder in which the body experiences extreme body fatigue that can lead to irritability, an inability to adapt to the environment, and in the worst cases, depression. Symptoms take several months to manifest, so it is difficult at first to tell whether or not a person is experiencing this condition.

As mentioned above, mothers are more susceptible to developing PTSD compared to fathers. It is not yet scientifically explained why mothers are more prone to developing the disorder, but it may be due to the role of the mother in the development of the baby. Because it is the mother who usually provides most of the child’s upbringing until the offspring is born, there is a well-established connection between the two.

The inability to accept an autism diagnosis can lead to frustration and then develop into more serious reactions such as anger, which in turn can lead to physical abuse of both others and themselves.

PTSD should not be taken lightly

If this continues, the child becomes a stressor, leading the mother to more serious side effects such as helplessness, guilt, despair, and in the worst case, suicidal thoughts. This is one of the main reasons why PTSD should never be taken lightly. If not properly addressed, it can have more serious ramifications until it ends in death.

But how do we know if someone is suffering from PTSD?

Here are some telltale signs:

• insomnia
• poor concentration
• bad memory
• Anger
• blackouts
• Aggressive behavior
• Suicidal thoughts (worst cases)

The good news is that this condition can be treated. non-invasively. According to Genet, mothers with PTSD are, in principle, experiencing the same thing with their autistic children because PTSD also throws off switches in the brain.

That is why the same thing that repairs developmental changes in children could also be used to treat PTSD in parents. The technology used to repair development switches is called Byonetics.

Byonetics has already provided autism help for many children to live normal lives. Experts hope that Byonetics will also renew the lives of those parents experiencing PTSD.