Mom Discovers Daughter Manipulating Autistic Dad & Brother ‍

What would you do if you discovered that your child was using manipulation tactics to get their way with their autistic family members? One mom found herself in this exact situation, as she noticed her daughter receiving more money and favors from her autistic husband and son. As a nurse, she had been away from home due to COVID-19, but when she called in sick and stayed home, she began to notice her daughter’s sneaky tactics. ‍

Autistic Dad & Brother at Home

Mom Notices Changes

Daughter’s Tactics Uncovered ️‍♀️

Sensory Overload Exploitation

Mom’s Own Experience

Confronting the Daughter ️

Husband’s Reaction

Avoiding the Question ❓

Seeking Validation

Understanding Sensory Overload

Brother’s Fear

Manipulation Tactics Exposed

This mom found herself in a moral dilemma after discovering her daughter’s manipulation tactics. She noticed her daughter getting more money and favors from her autistic husband and son, and upon further observation, realized that her daughter was exploiting their sensory overload to get her way. When confronted, the daughter denied any wrongdoing, and the husband refused to admit he was being taken advantage of. The son even admitted to being afraid of his sister. Now, the mom is left wondering if she’s in the wrong for wanting to punish her daughter for her actions.

Parenting and therapy needed for dysfunctional family dynamics.

Teaching kids about manipulation: NTA mom sets good example!

NTA. Taking advantage of family and ingraining bad habits in daughter.

Educating daughter on autism & consequences of manipulating is crucial

Commenter suggests husband may feel insulted and helpless, sparking discussion.

Daughter’s manipulation of autistic family members needs to be addressed

Seek professional help for family issues involving autism ‍

Parenting advice debated with mild YTA judgment

ESH. Daughter learned it from parents. Dad needs therapy.

Expert suggests daughter may not understand her actions, recommends conversation.

Parenting advice given bluntly and humorously with a dash of judgement

Understanding the husband’s denial of daughter’s manipulation

Teaching kids not to manipulate and be empathetic ‍

Commenter suggests OP’s behavior may have influenced daughter’s actions

Commenter disagrees with OP’s assessment of husband’s autism severity.

Parent seeks advice on daughter’s behavior towards autistic family members

13-year-old daughter pushes boundaries with autistic family members. NAH.

Double standards in parenting judgments based on gender?

Seek professional help, Reddit can’t solve everything

Compassionate approach to discipline in family dynamics ‍

Passive husband failing to parent, daughter needs discipline. ESH. ‍♀️

Debate over parenting and sensory overload in autism.

Teenage daughter’s behavior may be unintentional, family counseling recommended. NAH.

Autistic commenter calls out OP for not acknowledging husband’s autonomy.

Family therapy needed for navigating this tense situation. ‍♀️ ‍♂️

Commenter calls out OP for abusive behavior towards husband

Mother calls out daughter’s terrible behavior towards autistic family members. ‍

Commenter defends daughter’s actions, suggests proper discussion before punishment.

Confronting daughter: YTA for not discussing with husband and son

Engaging with a fellow NTA and sharing personal experience

NAH- Mom addresses issue, but punishment not needed. Teaching important

Nurse mom called out for parenting and professional shortcomings

13 is not too young to understand autism boundaries. NTA.

Engaging with mental health and communication issues in families. ‍

Autistic commenter advises against infantilizing father, suggests communication instead.

Commenter calls out OP for undermining husband’s parenting abilities

Father feels ashamed for being taken advantage of by daughter

User calls out manipulative mom, suggests simple solution with humor

Commenter calls out OP for being controlling and manipulative

Commenter critiques handling of daughter’s manipulation, suggests better communication.

Commenter finds relief in family’s dysfunction, calls out OP’s behavior

Parent suggests grounding and talking to daughter for her behavior

Insightful comment from an adult with ASD on family dynamics

Parenting responsibilities blurred, child needs guidance and support. ‍

Former manipulative daughter reflects on her actions with regret

Manipulation is always a no-no

NTA mom punishes daughter for manipulating autistic dad & brother

Commenter advises against infantilizing husband with ASD, defends daughter’s innocence.

Don’t judge the atypical family dynamic, educate daughter on boundaries

Commenter with sensory disorder suggests punishment and empathy for daughter.

Commenter suggests family counseling and teaching daughter boundaries.

Suggests talking instead of punishing for daughter’s manipulation

Commenter shares personal experience and questions daughter’s knowledge

Parenting advice with empathy and encouragement

Commenter is skeptical of daughter’s malicious intent, suggests sit-down talk.

Parent admits to manipulating spouse, empathizes with daughter’s behavior.

Commenter defends daughter, suggests therapy for overprotective mother.

Parents need to work together to support both children with autism

Understanding the difference between punishment and discipline in this situation.

13-year-old daughter’s abusive behavior towards autistic family members warrants punishment. Professional help recommended.