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Question: Are there any other parents that deal with a child who hysterically laughs and hits and kicks and pulls your hair? Then after 10-15 mins of this he calms down and hugs you and tells you he loves you. This seems to happen if I cuddle him the wrong way or his routine is broken or when he is over tired or in stores. He has to initiate the contact or cuddles.

Answers:

Kimberly G. Yep. My 21 yr old will be happy, then suddenly pull hair, pinch, etc – all the while laughing. He’s completely non-verbal, so we don’t get the I u after, but he’ll go back to his sweet self. I do think it’s when he’s on sensory overload.

Missie D. Sounds like a type of seizure! Gelastic seizures! Check with doctor!

Alicia J.Yup. My son is 8 and does the same.when he is stressing.to much sensory.to many choices.etc.i usually use a sensory brush on his arms or legs.it’s calming

Barby M. Also in stores with fluorescent lighting I let her where sunglasses … And or her head phones . It seems to calm her . Somedays it can be a simple sound like sizzling sausage that causes a spark , so I cover the pan to diminish the noise . It’s a dail…See More

Barby M. Yes , I have been told is due to her sensory processing disorder . A change in routine, being over tired , or being frustrated usually leads to this behavior in her . I hold her till it passes , massage her or brush her depending on where we are . It also seems to be more frequent during a full moon .

Patricia Y. My ASD son is 7 years old. Would do that to me even in his sleep. So I cut my hair short.

Kay S. My son used to have horrible meltdowns where he didn’t even seem in control of his actions. But when it was over (usually in about 10-15 min.) it was as if nothing happened. He was fine. Yes, it was usually triggered by changing things too quickly f…See More

Jean L. yes one of mine used to do it,other one not,its not funny or safe when they do it as adult,heart goes out to you,

Janet M. All the time. I had to finally cut my hair into a super short pixie to get her to stop. It’s an compulsive brain thing unfortunately not a lot you can do, but stay out of any position where he can get to you & if he does don’t show any verbal attention whatsoever for it. Behavioral therapy will help you learn how to deal with the behavioral. It’s tough

Cecelia L. Love my lil egg colorers!

Jennifer B. My son has Gelastic seizures where it is bursts of hysterical laughter

Ashtin S. Yes everyday of my life haha

Lisa H. You’ve found the key..he needs to initiate contact or he feels he’s lost control..no surprises

Stephanie M. My 10 year old daughter does. She has different triggers, so I never know exactly what will set her off. She screams and hits and then is fine after a short time out.

Michelle C. Yep, when my girls had to much sensory input, she becomes excited & can release this way. Her biggest trigger is flashy musical toys. I have an eight month gorgeous granddaughter & my anxiety level shoots through the roof when we visit each other.. I …See More

Trichia T. It’s not always Autism.
Kids with other disabilities do the same.

Lynn A. Ive had that when my son was about his age only he did it on purpose…he might be on the the autism spectrum or has sensory issues..have him tested.

Helen S. I work within care sector and it does sound like sensory over load. Conditions such as Autism etc it is common. Children who have autism like strict routines it is a coping mechanism makes them feel in control and safe. Have you used sensory items such as weighted duvets or blankets etc?

Brenda D. My 9 year old does this too. But he doesn’t laugh. He really only does it to me not really anyone else.

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Jessica says:

December 28, 2016 at 12:44 pm

I’m a PCA for a six year old boy. He’s constantly throwing, climbing, laughing and running away. My biggest issue is when his sister is around. For this I’ll call her Suzie. He just starts laughing and saying “hit Suzie, hit Suzie” over and over again and hits and kicks her while laughing. I try to ask him why he wants to hit her, give alternatives (hit a pillow etc…), safe holds, safe spot…Nothing is working. Any tips?

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Howaida says:

July 23, 2018 at 11:24 pm

Hi Jessica, I know it’s almost 2 years since the above post about the 6 year old who is constantly throwing and hitting his sister. My son is almost 8 and is doing the exact same thing. Throwing and hitting and then laughs thinking it’s very funny.

Has it got better? What methods are being used? How is it being treated or dealt with?.

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