In a heart-stopping moment, a mother's quick thinking and a stroke of divine luck saved her autistic son from a potentially severe burn injury. This story not only highlights the challenges of raising a child with special needs but also the miraculous escape from what could have been a disastrous accident.
Rebecca Hanson describes a typical evening that turned alarming when her son, Matthew, who has Down's Syndrome and suspected autism, reached for boiling water dripping from a colander. Time seemed to slow as she watched his tiny fingers make contact with the scalding liquid. Despite the urgency, Matthew, unable to communicate pain in conventional ways due to his condition, did not cry or react.
Rebecca's maternal instincts kicked in immediately. She screamed for help, and her eldest son, Erick, rushed to assist. While Erick went to seek medical help from a nearby church function, Rebecca ran cold water over Matthew's hand, praying for it not to be as bad as it appeared. The absence of doctors at the church function added to the tension, but Rebecca found a canister of liquid bandage, which she applied to Matthew's hand.
Against all odds, Matthew's hand showed no signs of burns — no blisters, redness, or any damage, immediately after the incident and later. It was a miraculous escape that left both the hand and the family unscathed. Rebecca credits divine intervention for the lack of injury, as her prayers seemed to have been answered in that critical moment.
Children with autism often experience the world differently, particularly in how they process sensory information. According to a study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, sensory processing issues are common in children with autism, affecting their response to pain and other sensory stimuli. This might explain Matthew's lack of response to the hot water.
Raising a child with Down's Syndrome and autism presents unique challenges. These children may have difficulty communicating their needs and perceiving danger. A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights that children with developmental disabilities require tailored care and constant supervision to navigate everyday situations safely.
Matthew's story is a poignant reminder of the unexpected challenges that parents of children with special needs face and the miracles that sometimes occur in the midst of these trials. It underscores the importance of awareness, quick response, and perhaps a little faith in handling such delicate situations.
This incident not only brought the family closer but also reinforced the belief in miracles and the power of quick, informed action during emergencies. For more information on autism and sensory processing, visit the Autism Society or the CDC's page on developmental disabilities.
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