Tyler Baltierra's Relief: Discovering Autism at Age 33
TEEN MOM STAR TYLERS BALTIERRA'S LIFE-CHANGING DISCOVERY: HE'S AUTISTIC!
In a jaw-dropping revelation, Teen Mom alum Tyler Baltierra has finally uncovered the real reason behind his notorious mood swings - he's autistic! The 33-year-old reality star and certified personal trainer made this shocking confession on his popular Podcast One show, Cate & Ty: Break It Down.
As he reflected on his childhood, Tyler revealed that being misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder for years left him feeling like a ticking time bomb. "It felt like a big sigh of relief," he said, "but then I got really sad and I was like, 'Wow!' I just thought about all the things I went through as a kid. I just felt so sad for that little kid who wondered, 'What's wrong with me? Something's wrong, why am I not normal?'"
Tyler recalled his tumultuous childhood, being "kicked out of schools" and "multiple daycares" due to his hyperactive behavior, which was initially attributed to ADHD. His mother struggled to manage his meltdowns, leaving him feeling like an outcast.
But it wasn't until Tyler took the autism test that he discovered the truth - his mood swings were caused by things not going right in his "weird little routines." The doctor's words were a game-changer for the reality star: "Other people will never fully understand you, no matter how much you explain it."
So, what inspired Tyler to take the test? His six-year-old daughter Vaeda Luma's behavior mirrored some of his own quirks, and he realized that she was experiencing similar challenges. The proud father of three (including 10-year-old Novalee Reign and youngest Rya Rose) wants to be a role model for his children.
Tyler's journey has not been without its challenges. His family history is complicated - he and wife Catelynn were both on Teen Mom, and their eldest daughter Carolyn Elizabeth was adopted by another couple in 2009. The couple hasn't spoken to her in two years, leaving many fans wondering about the family dynamics.
As Tyler navigates this new chapter of his life, he's determined to "live with this thing" as it's just "the way my brain works." But knowing the truth makes him a better parent and partner: "I think knowing this information makes me better aware."
The couple will celebrate their youngest daughter Rya Rose's fourth birthday this Thursday, and they're gearing up for another Adoption Changemakers Conference as keynote speakers in Manhattan on November 8. Fans of the reality TV stars will be watching closely to see how Tyler's newfound awareness impacts his personal and professional life.
Will Tyler's autism diagnosis change the way he tackles parenting and relationships? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - this shocking revelation has left fans hooked!
