Why does my autistic son hurt himself? I am heartbroken that he will bite himself and hit himself very hard. He is 11 years old and I think that puberty is on its way, but he doesnt understand this. I have to try and ignore these behaviours but it just breaks my heart to see him do this. I am powerless to help him stop. Its been going on for 6 years.

He has also become aggressive towards us and its shocking. He has so many difficulties but is unique and very special too.

Just wanted to share.......