Any man who takes his anger and frustration out on his or any children are nothing but selfish children themselves with anger issues. I am in a situation where my fiancé tried to talk down to my autistic son because he didn't understand or had asked to many questions to many times. I will have to say that he found out where the term "angry momma bear" comes from. I feverishly stood up for my son because deep down, I want my son to have self esteem for who he is, no matter what others think. I was talked down to severely as a child by both my parents and by age 12 (my sons age) I had attempted my first suicide. I have vowed to take my dying breath before I allow anyone to impose their negativity on him. I am going to fight for my son to have a chance not to face the depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts that I have endured and still continue to endure for the rest of my life. Always believe in your children and no matter the situation, they will be your children.