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[quote=Anonymous]A few recommendations in case any are helpful:

1) I agree with those who have said -- if he sends mean text messages, punish him, perhaps by withdrawing phone privileges for a certain amount of time.  Explain why his behavior was hurtful and unacceptable, and why he needs to learn that this kind of behavior will not produce  outcomes he wants -- either from you or from others he encounters in life. A smartphone is not a birthright, it's a privilege that needs to be earned.

2) Try to remember there will always be bad phases and periods of regression.  Parenting an SN kid is always two steps forward, one step back.  Try to allow yourself some time to reflect on progress he's made relative to earlier stages of development.  This is often helpful to deal with current frustrations -- to remember you've gotten past previous ones, and made progress.

3) Even though you are fully dedicated to your son's welfare, try to allow yourself occasional times to focus on other interests or concerns.  Change has a way of putting things in perspective.  Something that drives me absolutely bonkers in the moment doesn't seem so terrible once I return to it after being temporarily pulled into another absorbing activity.  Refresh your energies as best you can, with both rest and other areas of focus.

Good luck!!![/quote]

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