My Husband Took His Own Life & Autism Is Taking My Son's
What do you do when the person you love most takes their own life, and your child’s world collapses with them? This episode is a raw and emotional journey through grief, survival, and the unrelenting strength of a mother who refused to give up.In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Tiffany Sumner, whose life changed forever on May 25th, 2020. That day, her husband, battling depression, addiction, and undiagnosed bipolar disorder, ended his life, leaving behind two children, one of whom was later diagnosed with profound, non-verbal autism. Tiffany opens up about navigating the unimaginable: her son’s violent regressions, the pain of separation when he had to move into a group home, and the deep loneliness of motherhood in crisis.Yet through the heartbreak, Tiffany found purpose. She’s now a powerful voice for mental health awareness and autism advocacy, using her story to bring hope, healing, and visibility to families who often suffer in silence.This is not just a story of tragedy. It’s one of faith, resilience, and redemption. Watch this episode to witness how one mother turned unimaginable pain into purpose, and why her message of hope could save lives.Key Moments:0:00 The Day That Changed Tiffany’s Life Forever2:05 The Moment She Learned Her Husband Was Gone6:00 The Hidden Pain Behind Male Suicide8:22 Why So Many Signs Go Unnoticed12:06 When Faith Becomes the Only Thing Left14:37 Raising a Child With Profound, Non-Verbal Autism18:04 Living Between Love, Fear & Survival21:15 The Pain Siblings of Autistic Children Carry23:05 Inside the Reality of Level-Three Autism Care26:08 “I’ve Never Heard My Son Say I Love You”28:42 The Truth About Living With Profound Autism32:06 Why Tiffany Refuses to Stay Silent34:45 The Viral Moment That Changed Everything37:16 A Message for Every Mother Who’s StrugglingGuest Info:IG: @tiffanysumner Website: https://hausofmedia.com/