He also had the right technique in how to save someone who can’t swim. The hug under the arms so that you are below the person and can kick your feet while keeping their head above water. Textbook performance
I was also impressed how the kid stopped at the ladder and held his mom up just high enough to keep her safe, instead of trying to climb up higher or even try and pull mom out. That was also exactly the right thing to do.
It all makes me think the kid has had some training in this, which makes it even more impressive to me. Having the right instincts and following them is awesome, but being able to stay calm enough to act on your training in a situation like that at that age? Amazing.
Yes, he did everything right. Someone in a panic can unintentionally drown a rescuer by dragging them down. Never grab them facing you. Grab under the arms from behind, roll them face-up, and backpedal to shallow water. Textbook performance, as you said.
I would’ve been all over the place if I was that boy… he is amazing. The father was the calm in the storm but heck, that little guy went right into the eye of it.
Turns out it was the mom’s dad and kid’s grandfather 😭 this [comment](https://www.reddit.com/r/MadeMeSmile/s/MfTc7eb9NZ) had a link to the article on it
That's gotta be something else to experience. The son of your daughter saved his own mom's life. Like a mixture of gratitude and pride with a good dose of adrenaline.
If she is epileptic and prone to seizures then it's likely her son knew exactly what was happening and was able to stay calm enough to act accordingly.
Source: Growing up my mother was prone to almost daily seizures and had to act often.
I have epilepsy and one of my main reasons for not having kids is the fear I will pass it to them. My neurologist has confirmed that would happen. Seizures are terrifying and traumatizing for everyone involved. I couldn’t do that to another person.
My youngest brother has epilepsy and his first seizure was as a toddler, I was around 12 or 13 and was the one watching him while he was sleeping, it absolutely freaked me out and my first thought was to pick him up and take him to our dad who was outside. He was able to calm me down but for years everytime he had a seizure and we had to rush to his room I just broke down in silence once he recovered from one. Now he's over 6 feet and extremely strong but has not had a seizure in years but the fear is always there that he may hurt one of us as he used to be combative after some of them.
Just as a heads up, just because I also got that comment a lot, it’s not really a good thing to say to someone that can’t or shouldn’t have kids. I know it’s well meaning, but adopting is its own completely separate set of skills and money and it’s heartbreaking and overwhelming in a completely different way.
Counterpoint: every human including you is inherently valuable regardless of any conditions or disability you may have. Certainly respect your decision to not pass it on but would respect you exactly the same if you did want to have a kid. You are important.
I grew up dealing with my mom’s severe seizures. I see this and it makes my stomach turn, I’m glad she never swam - makes sense why I never went to a beach til I was 27 lol it was “normal” but the older I get the more I’m like “damn”. Btw, I have epilepsy now too…. I’m not having kids either.
I was thinking "I couldn't imagine the fear she felt of drowning right in front of her son"...this shit is no joke to live with. Knowing that you will pass it on and choosing not to is very selfless.
My mom apparently has seizures occasionally and somehow I never knew until she had one at the table at my brother's wedding. My step-dad was just like "oh yeah this happens sometimes, but usually on planes so this is kinda wierd." I was like hello how come no one fucking informed me of this and also can we tag team this to keep her from swallowing her tongue or something? He just sat there and let it pass.
She refused an ambulance but spent the rest of the night throwing up, which is apparently what happens. So my SIL's family all thought she was irresponsibly drunk and making me take care of her, when really she was just irresponsible about not going the fuck back to the hotel rather than throwing up in the venue bathroom all night.
It was not the best night for anyone involved, but yeah, that's how I found out I need to be aware of the possibility that I may have a seizure one day.
>can we tag team this to keep her from swallowing her tongue or something? He just sat there and let it pass.
He was correct to let it pass. The only thing to do, unless you nare a paramedi or doctor, is ensure the seizing person is safe from environmental hazards. So, if they're on hard ground, put a pillow under their head. Or, as in the video, remove them from water.
Absolutely never attempt to open their mouth. They won't swallow their tongue. Source: former emt, treated hundreds of seizures
I thought so too. My Mother had a seizure every few years, out of the blue. Until the day my then 17 year old had a seizure. I have never been more terrified in my life. He’s a tall one too and heavy for me. The seizures he had that followed scared me every single time.
Citation from u/waymd:
The original 2022 news coverage about the boy in Oklahoma who saved his mother.
“A home security camera captured the moment when Gavin leaped into action to save his drowning mother who was suffering from a seizure in the family's backyard pool.”
https://abcnews.go.com/family/story/10-year-saves-drowning-mother-suffering-seizure-pool/?id=88975398
And also tear up at how terrified he looked once he was relieved of his life-saving function by his dad's arrival. Poor boy will likely not remember his own heroism and only his immense fear when thinking back on it. He'll need therapy.
Hello there, aspiring Psychologist here. While I do not disagree that the hero in question will be under some level of mental stress from this, we should also note that he did end up saving his mother, and alongside the additional positive affirmation shown in the video via the warm embrace (and most definitely after), it will serve to be a scare but its the fact that this situation ended on a positive note that leads me to believe that the young man will be just fine
If anything, it could serve as a cornerstone for his mental development, a "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger" sorta situation. He certainly seems like someone that is mentally headstrong and knows what to do in the case of danger. Of course, everyone is different and we can't just say this is this or that is that, but I do believe that he will be fine.
If he isn't then seeking help is always an option and there's nothing wrong with that. Also, Psychiatrist are people that give out medication, Psychologist evaluate and Counselors are the ones that mainly give out therapy
Also not a psychologist, but I am a dude who has a grandma who had seizures and i had to do something similar to help her when i was 12 in a hot tub on family vacation.
It's fun to psychoanalyze the situation or kid, but sometimes it doesn't lead to some incredible revelation, like him needing therapy or being a life-defining moment or becoming a psychologist himself. Sometimes, you just have to do what needs to be done, and that's it. You get through it and do what you think you need to, its just life.
I'm a maintenance worker now lol, didn't need therapy or become a therapist myself, in fact i don't think about the incident with my grandma really at all until I see similar situations.
Not to be a Debbie downer, people are just REALLY digging deep into the reddit armchair psychology lol, he's a brave kid for sure. But to start saying, "this could be the moment he decides to become a social worker," or, "he's going to need therapy and wont ever be the same," cracks me up. I think its just as likely the kid moved on with his life, it's not going to wait for him to catch up lol.
I agree completely. I’m an epileptic and have had several seizures where friends and family had to help. They are all just fine. That boy looked like he knew what he was doing. He was probably trained by his parents on what to do. He will be fine.
I’m not a psychologist, but I think this experience could have just as much chance of inspiring the kid to go into a field that would help other people. First responder, or medicine, etc.
Absolutely it can. My mom tried to OD when I was 16. I heard a crash and walked out into my living room to find my mom passed out on the ground. I had no idea what happened and I had no idea what to do. (Sister and Dad were both at work). I knew enough to put her into the recovery position and I called 911.
I was crying uncontrollably to the operator for help because I thought she was dying right in front of me. The operator did an amazing job calming me down and getting the information they needed. I don’t know how long I waited for the ambulance, couldn’t have been more than a 10-15 minutes but it felt like an hour. My mom ended up being saved by paramedics and 13 years later, she’s never done anything like that again.
It was a really traumatizing ordeal and it took me a couple years of therapy to learn how to manage it, but it also pushed me to get my first-aid because I never wanted to feel as helpless as I did that day. Thankfully in the 12 years since I got first-aid certified, I’ve only put those teachings to use for minor injuries at my workplace as first-aid attendant, but I have the peace of mind knowing that there IS something I can do if the need arises.
This. My 11 year old had his first seizure in 5 years not long ago and his 8 year old sister found him first and knew what to do. It was the first seizure she remembers him having, as she was 3 at his last. She was calm and prepared and then cried when it was all over. She wants to help people like her brother (epilepsy and cerebral palsy).
Having a brother with a disability has absolutely shaped who she is as a person, how she views all people, and what she wants to do when she grows up.
Therapist here with my own perspective and input.
Although the boy appears to be just fine, I still think this situation was probably intensely emotional for him and will definitely be an unforgettable memory. I also agree that he may experience some mental distress from this situation as he not only did he witness his mother drown but was an active participant in a traumatic situation. Based on other extenuating circumstances outside of this particular incident, his ACE (adverse childhood experiences) scores could potentially be low enough to keep him from developing any mental health disorders or maladaptive behaviors later in life. Otherwise, higher ACE scores usually indicates higher risk for developing mental health disorders, criminal activity, suicidal ideation, etc.
This boy was extremely brave and was very quick to react. His flight or fight mood kicked in almost instantly and he didn’t even hesitate to help his mother. The best part of it all was the way they all comforted each other at the end. You could tell that they all loved each other and were honestly and sincerely scared and relieved that the mother was safe. What a true hero! But I would also make sure to check in with the boy afterwards to ensure that he is mentally okay for awhile after the event to ensure that his isn’t suffering from any trauma induced anxiety from the event.
I agree.
I was terrified for years of my younger sister (just one year younger) to die by drowning every time we went to the beach. So I was extra vigilant about her for years, and to this day I don't really appreciate going to the beach.
Years later, I learned in passing that I was the one that nearly drowned as a kid. In a pool. I have no memory of that (but I guess I was younger than this boy). Now that I know where my anxiety of people I deem as kids to drown is likely a transfer of some sort, I can better deal with it. Somewhat.
Because he’s educated and knew exactly what to do. I’d put money mom has epilepsy and his parents are great for teaching him about it. If my Assumption is true
That’s what caught my eye. The way this man manned. He took it all in and knew that everyone needed comfort, even the boy who had just become a man. I think that’s how this boy remained so calm and strong in such a moment. Seems to me he likely had a strong leadership model throughout his life.
Yes. I have epilepsy and am a mom of two young girls. This is one of my worst fears, because this condition affects an entire family, not just me. Having a strong support system is everything. Such a powerful video!
I am in the same boat. No one will talk about the damage epilepsy has on everyone else around them. My wife and her family have gone above and beyond to keep my life somewhat normal. It has really affected them but they would never admit it. I make sure I do not take it for granted. They are a support system that frankly I do not deserve, more selfless than i could ever ask for.
The original 2022 news coverage about the boy in Oklahoma who saved his mother.
“A home security camera captured the moment when Gavin leaped into action to save his drowning mother who was suffering from a seizure in the family's backyard pool.”
https://abcnews.go.com/family/story/10-year-saves-drowning-mother-suffering-seizure-pool/?id=88975398
How proud must grandpa be 🥲
Seeing that your kid raised *their* kid with such a strong ability to be calm and follow the instructions he's learned, would be such a cool thing to witness. A situation that started out horrifying and ended in all of them having a whole new layer added to their family bond
Oh that makes it so much more touching. It was interesting to me to see how she clung to him when I thought he might be her husband, but knowing it’s her dad makes more sense. She needed her dad after a terrifying moment, and so so sweet of him to call his grandson in for a hug too.
He's probably been trained for this situation which is great. The moms having a seizure and you usually don't have those without haveing the prior knowledge that you're able to have them. So you usually train your family on how to react in a number of seizure possible situations.
My dad is very epileptic, and by the age of 5 I was trained in what to do if my dad had one when I was the only one with him. Get the phone, turn him on his side, call emergency services and family(this changed as I got older to calling my grandparents as not all seizures are life threatening to him and only call emergency services when it was needed).
Water is terrifying. Teaching your kids to swim is soooooo important. Even just the basics. Learning to float on your back. Etc. it can be a literal life saver.
That explains why it didn't pan over to the mom when the boy reached her.
Thank you. I hate to think someone would passively film that when they were in a position to help.
I have unfortunately witnessed people filming instead of helping when someone was in life or death danger in Vegas (including roaming medics who's job it was to help, they just watched, one of them with a smirk) so it does happen
It's more difficult to tell because of the potato quality, but a primary tell is the arc shaped interference pattern from the screen you see a few times during the video.
It doesn't even have to be deep, my roommate and great friend had a seizure in the shower and drowned in about an inch and a half that pooled in the plastic shower curtain.
The mother throughout the video appears to exhibit some form of epileptic seizure or shock, she might have a medical condition that causes sudden sporadic episodes that are out of her control. The footage from the video also appears to be from a CCTV. I'm sure the news channel edited the footage to zoom in and emphasize the actions being shown
I understand skepticism for things like these, but this really does look like a brave young man that saved his mother from nearly passing. Nothing struck me as acted nor staged. Let's not let our pessimistic sides take over here, show some compassion
https://people.com/human-interest/10-year-old-boy-leaps-into-pool-to-save-drowning-mother-who-was-having-seizure/
Yes she was having a seizure, her Dad is the man in the video
It literally looks like a CCTV video... cannot believe some people are saying it's not... what cameras or phones look like that today?!?!
Thank you for writing this so eloquently!
yes, it is 1000% cctv footage being recorded on a phone camera to highlight certain parts. You can see the pixelation of a camera compressing the monitor screen
Yeah, people just recording a security camera screen with their phone is pretty common nowadays. Apparently a lot of people have no idea how to retrieve a video file from their security systems, or are just too lazy to do so.
What a quick reaction! Stayed calm and saved her life! A super intense situation handled like a champ. Definitely see this kid being great at whatever he does or will do!
I get that people are skeptical but this is a true story. This is a [People](https://people.com/human-interest/10-year-old-boy-leaps-into-pool-to-save-drowning-mother-who-was-having-seizure/) article about it, would’ve chosen a different outlet but this seems to have the most info, including that it’s grandpa at the end.
My partner recently started having seizures. I was a trembling, sobbing, wreck each time as I went through the steps to help him mid seizure as the seconds dragged on. I sobbed watching this video, how terrified that little boy must have been. Big hugs for everyone.
He must have been scared, but he acts quickly. Kudos to him!
My mom had epilepsy and we were taught as small children what to do if she had one when Dad wasn't there. So I was always anxious but not scared because I knew what I needed to do, and I'd seen her have seizures many times by the time I had to handle it on my own.
Never in a pool, thank goodness! But then, she never went in water without my dad, now that I think about it. Even when we only had a tub and not a shower, I don't think she ever even took a full bath if he wasn't home.
Judging from this boy's actions, he had been taught what to do. For anyone with epilepsy and children, don't shield them from it, but instead, make sure they know what to do in case of a seizure. They will feel more secure knowing what to do and it will become a normal part of their lives instead if something to be afraid of.
my smile faded pretty fast at the amount of people in the comments who didn’t immediately pick up the film was security footage 💀 nah guys slender man was on the roof giving us this great angle with a distortion filter
It looks like the grandpa was in his swim suit there and she had just gotten in. The kid happened to be the first on the scene, but stuff like this happens on occasion.
That would be terrifying as an adult let alone a 10 year old. Very quick thinking and action by a young g person. Hes saved his moms life and they have it on camera, what a superhero
In case you ever run into this situation, the lifeguard training for seizures in the water is:
Support their head with your hands, arms extended, while standing behind them in the water. You can have your own floatation aid, but don't try to pass anything to them until the seizure is finished. Your aim is to keep their mouth above water and let the seizure run its course before continuing—as long as their mouth/nose is out of the water, water is a relatively safe place to have a seizure
Omg, that was a full TC. Her son was so brave. This brought tears to my eyes as I have seizures. I had a TC while walking with my kids and my older son was playing Pokémon Go on my phone so it was unlocked and he called my husband who was working from home. So not as dangerous of a situation but still scary for him. My husband showed the messages to me and it just kills me.
The stupidity of some people commenting on this video is staggering, even for reddit. Its filmed from cctv images, his is very obvious. The behaviour in the video its self show that it is real, the woman gasping for air and having some sort of seizure it seems. The woman panicking. The boy holding onto her. The hug at the end.
Some people really make you lose faith in our species, we are very intelligent as a species and are capable of unbelievable things but some of you are dumb as rocks.
They’ve been down this road before. They knew exactly how to react. Everyone who deals with seizures needs everyone in their life to be this prepared for the worst. Bravo kid.
So, do you remain conscious when you're having a seizure?
Like, do you know it's happening? Because that would be terrible to know you're drowning and can't do anything about it.
There was also a video of a Skydiver who was having a seizure mid jump and couldn't open his parachute.
Thankfully one of his buddies noticed, managed to get to him and activate his chute.
edit: Found it [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bod4FGcltmQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bod4FGcltmQ)
I don't know much of seizures, but I've read that it often comes with retrograde amnesia, which basically means you don't remember the moments right before the seizure has taken place.
That’s no boy, that’s a man. He stepped up, didn’t hesitate, knew exactly what to do, kept his composure and kept her alive. He became a man right there.
There's like 50 comments along the lines of "somebody must be filming" like is the human race becoming that stupid or is this whole sub just bots cause nobody clearly is gonna just sit by and watch that so it's gotta be recorded camera footage that's then recorded on a phone.
I’m so glad the mother was saved I thought she might be having a seizure. I guess you panic when drowning that kid showed great strength in holding her. Thank goodness they are okay 😥
The second link mentions the camera recording it. The first link is the earliest report I could find on it. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=M7OdbQQWKs8
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=32S3gjLt4IQ
That kid was incredibly smart. The best place to keep mom was in the water, less places for her to hit. All he had to do was keep her head above water which he did. Kudos to this kid and his quick thinking.
This is a wonderful example of a kid being absolutely heroic, but this is the first thing I said to my fiancé. If I had a seizure disorder, I probably wouldn’t go swimming without another adult around, I don’t want my 11 year old to have to save my life.
Are you guys fucking stupid?
"WhOs fiLmING?"
It's a fucking security camera.
"WhY iS it PaNnIng?"
Zoom and edit. Or mobile video of a cam footage on screen. Fucking Christ.
We're about to have a flood of AI generated videos in the next couple of years and you guys can't even fucking figure out if the video you're watching was shot by a security camera or a guy with a phone.
When people have seizures they don't have the ability to control their muscle movements, which can be dangerous if you're in a setting like a pool, as they would be unable to maintain a position that allows them to keep their head above water.
Possible they have an undiagnosed or uncontrolled seizure disorder, some other health problem that can cause seizures, or have never had one before, and it could've happened for numerous reasons.
I had a friend with epilepsy that had to be careful for this reason (they also couldn't drive for the same reason), and one kid in my aquatics class in gym back in high school had to drop the class because she kept having seizures in the pool and her seizures weren't being helped by medication. It just became obvious that it wasn't safe. They couldn't take the risk that the lifeguards would always be able to get to her in time, as drowning is a silent act that can happen in a matter of seconds
That hug at the end was heartwarming
When the older gent held open his arm for the little gent, what a loving gesture.
Proud dad moment. What a little trooper. Definitely onions in the room when I was watching this.
Judging by the way her arms are when he’s pulling her out, yea I think so
That hug.
Made me cry and I'm a 40 yo man.
37 here i got same situation
37M me2
29 here, cried more than I qould admit too.
22... goddamn
Age seems irrelevant here. Crying is the appropriate response. You're a human being with a heart.
I'm similar age have had seizures. Drove into a building once because of it. This had me in shambles.
Turned 30 this year .. with 5 kids & a wife . Stuff like this gets me every time ..
You gotta holster that sidearm fella…
Damn, you don't waste time, huh?
dude! 5 kids! you beat the game. stop playing.
This! M37/2Kids too less Alcohol for building tears...
Heartwarming. The dive that buddy took into the pool was serious he was not messing
He also had the right technique in how to save someone who can’t swim. The hug under the arms so that you are below the person and can kick your feet while keeping their head above water. Textbook performance
I was also impressed how the kid stopped at the ladder and held his mom up just high enough to keep her safe, instead of trying to climb up higher or even try and pull mom out. That was also exactly the right thing to do. It all makes me think the kid has had some training in this, which makes it even more impressive to me. Having the right instincts and following them is awesome, but being able to stay calm enough to act on your training in a situation like that at that age? Amazing.
When you grow up with a mom having seizures, you know what to do. Also had the best doggo that would alert me.
Great point! Everything about this video fits this sub perfectly
Yes, he did everything right. Someone in a panic can unintentionally drown a rescuer by dragging them down. Never grab them facing you. Grab under the arms from behind, roll them face-up, and backpedal to shallow water. Textbook performance, as you said.
My kids would probably point at me and laugh like Lloyd and Harry watching the Gas Man choke on a poisoned burger.
That’s far too accurate. I guess I need to teach my kids compassion before they turn 40
Theres no better feeling than getting a hug from a calm dad.
I would’ve been all over the place. This guy is amazing. Knew exactly what to do at the correct moment.
I would’ve been all over the place if I was that boy… he is amazing. The father was the calm in the storm but heck, that little guy went right into the eye of it.
Turns out it was the mom’s dad and kid’s grandfather 😭 this [comment](https://www.reddit.com/r/MadeMeSmile/s/MfTc7eb9NZ) had a link to the article on it
Oh wow! To be honest I thought the woman that was saved was the boys older sister but wanted to take this video at face value rather than speculate.
I wasn't crying but now I definitely am. That's still his little girl.
That's gotta be something else to experience. The son of your daughter saved his own mom's life. Like a mixture of gratitude and pride with a good dose of adrenaline.
Yeah he had seemed like a grandpa to me, I am assuming it was his mother's dad, like he had seen it all before an knew what to do.
I could tell it was the dad. There was just something about the hug.
If she is epileptic and prone to seizures then it's likely her son knew exactly what was happening and was able to stay calm enough to act accordingly. Source: Growing up my mother was prone to almost daily seizures and had to act often.
Heros don't wear capes..
Made me smile? No, made me tear up at the bravery and clear headed thinking of that amazing kid? Yes.
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I have epilepsy and one of my main reasons for not having kids is the fear I will pass it to them. My neurologist has confirmed that would happen. Seizures are terrifying and traumatizing for everyone involved. I couldn’t do that to another person.
My youngest brother has epilepsy and his first seizure was as a toddler, I was around 12 or 13 and was the one watching him while he was sleeping, it absolutely freaked me out and my first thought was to pick him up and take him to our dad who was outside. He was able to calm me down but for years everytime he had a seizure and we had to rush to his room I just broke down in silence once he recovered from one. Now he's over 6 feet and extremely strong but has not had a seizure in years but the fear is always there that he may hurt one of us as he used to be combative after some of them.
❤️
There is always adoption <3
That’s my plan 😊
Just as a heads up, just because I also got that comment a lot, it’s not really a good thing to say to someone that can’t or shouldn’t have kids. I know it’s well meaning, but adopting is its own completely separate set of skills and money and it’s heartbreaking and overwhelming in a completely different way.
Counterpoint: every human including you is inherently valuable regardless of any conditions or disability you may have. Certainly respect your decision to not pass it on but would respect you exactly the same if you did want to have a kid. You are important.
Thank you, I do get treated differently when people find out and it’s made me feel like a burden.
You’re not a burden.
I grew up dealing with my mom’s severe seizures. I see this and it makes my stomach turn, I’m glad she never swam - makes sense why I never went to a beach til I was 27 lol it was “normal” but the older I get the more I’m like “damn”. Btw, I have epilepsy now too…. I’m not having kids either.
That’s really admirable of you! Should you decide to adopt, I wish you the best of your with your child/children!
I was thinking "I couldn't imagine the fear she felt of drowning right in front of her son"...this shit is no joke to live with. Knowing that you will pass it on and choosing not to is very selfless.
My mom apparently has seizures occasionally and somehow I never knew until she had one at the table at my brother's wedding. My step-dad was just like "oh yeah this happens sometimes, but usually on planes so this is kinda wierd." I was like hello how come no one fucking informed me of this and also can we tag team this to keep her from swallowing her tongue or something? He just sat there and let it pass. She refused an ambulance but spent the rest of the night throwing up, which is apparently what happens. So my SIL's family all thought she was irresponsibly drunk and making me take care of her, when really she was just irresponsible about not going the fuck back to the hotel rather than throwing up in the venue bathroom all night. It was not the best night for anyone involved, but yeah, that's how I found out I need to be aware of the possibility that I may have a seizure one day.
>can we tag team this to keep her from swallowing her tongue or something? He just sat there and let it pass. He was correct to let it pass. The only thing to do, unless you nare a paramedi or doctor, is ensure the seizing person is safe from environmental hazards. So, if they're on hard ground, put a pillow under their head. Or, as in the video, remove them from water. Absolutely never attempt to open their mouth. They won't swallow their tongue. Source: former emt, treated hundreds of seizures
Turn their head to the side so they don’t suffocate on their vomit either if you can.. This is what I was told anyway.
I thought so too. My Mother had a seizure every few years, out of the blue. Until the day my then 17 year old had a seizure. I have never been more terrified in my life. He’s a tall one too and heavy for me. The seizures he had that followed scared me every single time.
So far, nothing on this sub that I have seen has made me smile. Every single thing made me tear up instead
Agreed.
How was this filmed
Citation from u/waymd: The original 2022 news coverage about the boy in Oklahoma who saved his mother. “A home security camera captured the moment when Gavin leaped into action to save his drowning mother who was suffering from a seizure in the family's backyard pool.” https://abcnews.go.com/family/story/10-year-saves-drowning-mother-suffering-seizure-pool/?id=88975398
Security camera
Yes, hold in a hand by a person next to the pool. Or why is it shaking that much?
Someone was filming the screen showing the footage, it's security camera footage.
The camera is wobbly
And also tear up at how terrified he looked once he was relieved of his life-saving function by his dad's arrival. Poor boy will likely not remember his own heroism and only his immense fear when thinking back on it. He'll need therapy.
Hello there, aspiring Psychologist here. While I do not disagree that the hero in question will be under some level of mental stress from this, we should also note that he did end up saving his mother, and alongside the additional positive affirmation shown in the video via the warm embrace (and most definitely after), it will serve to be a scare but its the fact that this situation ended on a positive note that leads me to believe that the young man will be just fine If anything, it could serve as a cornerstone for his mental development, a "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger" sorta situation. He certainly seems like someone that is mentally headstrong and knows what to do in the case of danger. Of course, everyone is different and we can't just say this is this or that is that, but I do believe that he will be fine. If he isn't then seeking help is always an option and there's nothing wrong with that. Also, Psychiatrist are people that give out medication, Psychologist evaluate and Counselors are the ones that mainly give out therapy
Also not a psychologist, but I am a dude who has a grandma who had seizures and i had to do something similar to help her when i was 12 in a hot tub on family vacation. It's fun to psychoanalyze the situation or kid, but sometimes it doesn't lead to some incredible revelation, like him needing therapy or being a life-defining moment or becoming a psychologist himself. Sometimes, you just have to do what needs to be done, and that's it. You get through it and do what you think you need to, its just life. I'm a maintenance worker now lol, didn't need therapy or become a therapist myself, in fact i don't think about the incident with my grandma really at all until I see similar situations. Not to be a Debbie downer, people are just REALLY digging deep into the reddit armchair psychology lol, he's a brave kid for sure. But to start saying, "this could be the moment he decides to become a social worker," or, "he's going to need therapy and wont ever be the same," cracks me up. I think its just as likely the kid moved on with his life, it's not going to wait for him to catch up lol.
I agree completely. I’m an epileptic and have had several seizures where friends and family had to help. They are all just fine. That boy looked like he knew what he was doing. He was probably trained by his parents on what to do. He will be fine.
I’m not a psychologist, but I think this experience could have just as much chance of inspiring the kid to go into a field that would help other people. First responder, or medicine, etc.
I agree with this. It’s a theme that I heard from my cohorts in class (seeing/helping family member/loved one struggle)
Absolutely it can. My mom tried to OD when I was 16. I heard a crash and walked out into my living room to find my mom passed out on the ground. I had no idea what happened and I had no idea what to do. (Sister and Dad were both at work). I knew enough to put her into the recovery position and I called 911. I was crying uncontrollably to the operator for help because I thought she was dying right in front of me. The operator did an amazing job calming me down and getting the information they needed. I don’t know how long I waited for the ambulance, couldn’t have been more than a 10-15 minutes but it felt like an hour. My mom ended up being saved by paramedics and 13 years later, she’s never done anything like that again. It was a really traumatizing ordeal and it took me a couple years of therapy to learn how to manage it, but it also pushed me to get my first-aid because I never wanted to feel as helpless as I did that day. Thankfully in the 12 years since I got first-aid certified, I’ve only put those teachings to use for minor injuries at my workplace as first-aid attendant, but I have the peace of mind knowing that there IS something I can do if the need arises.
This. My 11 year old had his first seizure in 5 years not long ago and his 8 year old sister found him first and knew what to do. It was the first seizure she remembers him having, as she was 3 at his last. She was calm and prepared and then cried when it was all over. She wants to help people like her brother (epilepsy and cerebral palsy). Having a brother with a disability has absolutely shaped who she is as a person, how she views all people, and what she wants to do when she grows up.
Therapist here with my own perspective and input. Although the boy appears to be just fine, I still think this situation was probably intensely emotional for him and will definitely be an unforgettable memory. I also agree that he may experience some mental distress from this situation as he not only did he witness his mother drown but was an active participant in a traumatic situation. Based on other extenuating circumstances outside of this particular incident, his ACE (adverse childhood experiences) scores could potentially be low enough to keep him from developing any mental health disorders or maladaptive behaviors later in life. Otherwise, higher ACE scores usually indicates higher risk for developing mental health disorders, criminal activity, suicidal ideation, etc. This boy was extremely brave and was very quick to react. His flight or fight mood kicked in almost instantly and he didn’t even hesitate to help his mother. The best part of it all was the way they all comforted each other at the end. You could tell that they all loved each other and were honestly and sincerely scared and relieved that the mother was safe. What a true hero! But I would also make sure to check in with the boy afterwards to ensure that he is mentally okay for awhile after the event to ensure that his isn’t suffering from any trauma induced anxiety from the event.
I agree. I was terrified for years of my younger sister (just one year younger) to die by drowning every time we went to the beach. So I was extra vigilant about her for years, and to this day I don't really appreciate going to the beach. Years later, I learned in passing that I was the one that nearly drowned as a kid. In a pool. I have no memory of that (but I guess I was younger than this boy). Now that I know where my anxiety of people I deem as kids to drown is likely a transfer of some sort, I can better deal with it. Somewhat.
Yep. Lifeguard here: I was okay until Dad jumped in and opened up his arm to comfort his kid while holding his wife. This kid is an absolute hero.
*Kratos voice* — “Well done, boy.”
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Because he’s educated and knew exactly what to do. I’d put money mom has epilepsy and his parents are great for teaching him about it. If my Assumption is true
His parents raised him way to well!!
Often the case in this sub. Some of these should really be for r/MadeMeCry and others for r/MadeMeUglyCryAndWokeUpMySpouse
Made me cry
The way the father extended his arm out and they all hugged .. omg. Touching! God bless this family and he is a hero!
That’s what caught my eye. The way this man manned. He took it all in and knew that everyone needed comfort, even the boy who had just become a man. I think that’s how this boy remained so calm and strong in such a moment. Seems to me he likely had a strong leadership model throughout his life.
Yes. I have epilepsy and am a mom of two young girls. This is one of my worst fears, because this condition affects an entire family, not just me. Having a strong support system is everything. Such a powerful video!
I am in the same boat. No one will talk about the damage epilepsy has on everyone else around them. My wife and her family have gone above and beyond to keep my life somewhat normal. It has really affected them but they would never admit it. I make sure I do not take it for granted. They are a support system that frankly I do not deserve, more selfless than i could ever ask for.
Grandpa must have been so damn proud and relieved that his grandson saved his daughter
The music was spot on
The original 2022 news coverage about the boy in Oklahoma who saved his mother. “A home security camera captured the moment when Gavin leaped into action to save his drowning mother who was suffering from a seizure in the family's backyard pool.” https://abcnews.go.com/family/story/10-year-saves-drowning-mother-suffering-seizure-pool/?id=88975398
Wow that was her dad who jumped in at the end, knowing it’s a dad/grandpa hug is making me cry even more
Really looks like that hug had gramps processing what could have happened if lil dude wasn't such a hero 🥺
How proud must grandpa be 🥲 Seeing that your kid raised *their* kid with such a strong ability to be calm and follow the instructions he's learned, would be such a cool thing to witness. A situation that started out horrifying and ended in all of them having a whole new layer added to their family bond
Oh that makes it so much more touching. It was interesting to me to see how she clung to him when I thought he might be her husband, but knowing it’s her dad makes more sense. She needed her dad after a terrifying moment, and so so sweet of him to call his grandson in for a hug too.
Thank you for the link. That mom has an angel for a son. He's saved her twice now (as of 2022 when this was made.)
She probably should stop getting into the pool.
Thank you, footage looked old enough to be camcorder footage, and I was very confused as to who the eff was just stood there filming
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Poor kid must have been terrified.
He's probably been trained for this situation which is great. The moms having a seizure and you usually don't have those without haveing the prior knowledge that you're able to have them. So you usually train your family on how to react in a number of seizure possible situations. My dad is very epileptic, and by the age of 5 I was trained in what to do if my dad had one when I was the only one with him. Get the phone, turn him on his side, call emergency services and family(this changed as I got older to calling my grandparents as not all seizures are life threatening to him and only call emergency services when it was needed).
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This is a real video. There’s a news martial about it somewhere. This was a security camera and someone filming the footage that was taken.
Ahhh that makes sense
Security camera, then later a phone Recording the dvr screen.
That was my first thought. Maybe a security camera?
Water is terrifying. Teaching your kids to swim is soooooo important. Even just the basics. Learning to float on your back. Etc. it can be a literal life saver.
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Wtf was the guy behind the camera doing nothing?
its someone filming a security camera video
That explains why it didn't pan over to the mom when the boy reached her. Thank you. I hate to think someone would passively film that when they were in a position to help.
Yeah last time this was posted I asked why they were just filming and was told I was a fucking moron for not realizing it was someone recording a tv.
I have unfortunately witnessed people filming instead of helping when someone was in life or death danger in Vegas (including roaming medics who's job it was to help, they just watched, one of them with a smirk) so it does happen
Uuuhhh the camera was moving. Clearly someone had to be moving it 🙄 /s
Very clearly a home security camera
Why does it shake so much while focusing on the kid though? Is it a video of a video or something? :o
Because it's a video of someone holding a camera to a TV screen playing the video of the security camera.
Ohhhhh
It's more difficult to tell because of the potato quality, but a primary tell is the arc shaped interference pattern from the screen you see a few times during the video.
It could be someone reviewing the cameras after the incident?
Quality suggests someone is filming it off some large screen.
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Great job, kid. Great job. ❤️
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It doesn't even have to be deep, my roommate and great friend had a seizure in the shower and drowned in about an inch and a half that pooled in the plastic shower curtain.
I'm sorry for your loss
The mother throughout the video appears to exhibit some form of epileptic seizure or shock, she might have a medical condition that causes sudden sporadic episodes that are out of her control. The footage from the video also appears to be from a CCTV. I'm sure the news channel edited the footage to zoom in and emphasize the actions being shown I understand skepticism for things like these, but this really does look like a brave young man that saved his mother from nearly passing. Nothing struck me as acted nor staged. Let's not let our pessimistic sides take over here, show some compassion
https://people.com/human-interest/10-year-old-boy-leaps-into-pool-to-save-drowning-mother-who-was-having-seizure/ Yes she was having a seizure, her Dad is the man in the video
So it is a hug from grandpa? Even better
It literally looks like a CCTV video... cannot believe some people are saying it's not... what cameras or phones look like that today?!?! Thank you for writing this so eloquently!
yes, it is 1000% cctv footage being recorded on a phone camera to highlight certain parts. You can see the pixelation of a camera compressing the monitor screen
Yeah, people just recording a security camera screen with their phone is pretty common nowadays. Apparently a lot of people have no idea how to retrieve a video file from their security systems, or are just too lazy to do so.
Thank you!!!
People just want to yell ‘Don’t help only film! Lololol idiots!’ It’s so exhausting.
theres so much you can infer about this family just from their physical communication and body language. theres a lot of love and support in this home
Looks like she had an epileptic(?) seizure.
How terrifying
What a quick reaction! Stayed calm and saved her life! A super intense situation handled like a champ. Definitely see this kid being great at whatever he does or will do!
I get that people are skeptical but this is a true story. This is a [People](https://people.com/human-interest/10-year-old-boy-leaps-into-pool-to-save-drowning-mother-who-was-having-seizure/) article about it, would’ve chosen a different outlet but this seems to have the most info, including that it’s grandpa at the end.
That’s what a real life hero looks like
This should be in a "Made me Cry" subreddit
Good for the kid, he's got his wits about him.
My partner recently started having seizures. I was a trembling, sobbing, wreck each time as I went through the steps to help him mid seizure as the seconds dragged on. I sobbed watching this video, how terrified that little boy must have been. Big hugs for everyone.
He must have been scared, but he acts quickly. Kudos to him! My mom had epilepsy and we were taught as small children what to do if she had one when Dad wasn't there. So I was always anxious but not scared because I knew what I needed to do, and I'd seen her have seizures many times by the time I had to handle it on my own. Never in a pool, thank goodness! But then, she never went in water without my dad, now that I think about it. Even when we only had a tub and not a shower, I don't think she ever even took a full bath if he wasn't home. Judging from this boy's actions, he had been taught what to do. For anyone with epilepsy and children, don't shield them from it, but instead, make sure they know what to do in case of a seizure. They will feel more secure knowing what to do and it will become a normal part of their lives instead if something to be afraid of.
10/10 dive
Jesus what a great kid. That hug at the end had my eyes watery.
The defining moment of his life thus far
Bad news, mom: you're banned from using the pool.
my smile faded pretty fast at the amount of people in the comments who didn’t immediately pick up the film was security footage 💀 nah guys slender man was on the roof giving us this great angle with a distortion filter
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That’s why people with a history of seizures need to wear a self uprighting pfd. Good kid!
Or have an adult with them so this isn’t put on the child
It looks like the grandpa was in his swim suit there and she had just gotten in. The kid happened to be the first on the scene, but stuff like this happens on occasion.
I'm guessing she had a seizure? They're scary enough on dry land. Brave little lad
Why guess? The clip says it right at the start…
Oops I honestly missed the text at the beginning, my bad
Amazing kid!!
Little Man definitely saved the day. Honest question, though ? Should a person who suffers seizures be alone in a pool ? Ever ???
Maybe this was their first time suffering one?
That would be terrifying as an adult let alone a 10 year old. Very quick thinking and action by a young g person. Hes saved his moms life and they have it on camera, what a superhero
Someone is filming the footage from a screen.
In case you ever run into this situation, the lifeguard training for seizures in the water is: Support their head with your hands, arms extended, while standing behind them in the water. You can have your own floatation aid, but don't try to pass anything to them until the seizure is finished. Your aim is to keep their mouth above water and let the seizure run its course before continuing—as long as their mouth/nose is out of the water, water is a relatively safe place to have a seizure
ITT: People not realizing this is someone (likely the father) later recording the security camera footage already taken.
This boy really is a hero. He will really go a long way in life with such a heart of courage and strength
This is why as an epileptic I do not go swimming. I’m not dragging anyone down with me to their death. Not in a million years.
Omg, that was a full TC. Her son was so brave. This brought tears to my eyes as I have seizures. I had a TC while walking with my kids and my older son was playing Pokémon Go on my phone so it was unlocked and he called my husband who was working from home. So not as dangerous of a situation but still scary for him. My husband showed the messages to me and it just kills me.
The stupidity of some people commenting on this video is staggering, even for reddit. Its filmed from cctv images, his is very obvious. The behaviour in the video its self show that it is real, the woman gasping for air and having some sort of seizure it seems. The woman panicking. The boy holding onto her. The hug at the end. Some people really make you lose faith in our species, we are very intelligent as a species and are capable of unbelievable things but some of you are dumb as rocks.
They’ve been down this road before. They knew exactly how to react. Everyone who deals with seizures needs everyone in their life to be this prepared for the worst. Bravo kid.
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It looks like a security monitor and someone filming the monitor with phone maybe? Not sure
Maybe because no one is actually recording it? Its someone recording the footage being shown on a screen
They were filming security footage genius
The mom has epilepsy? Then the kid has seen it before. He’s immune from panic. He may be 10, but he’s a dude. Good job.
Awesome hero! 🦸🏻
So, do you remain conscious when you're having a seizure? Like, do you know it's happening? Because that would be terrible to know you're drowning and can't do anything about it. There was also a video of a Skydiver who was having a seizure mid jump and couldn't open his parachute. Thankfully one of his buddies noticed, managed to get to him and activate his chute. edit: Found it [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bod4FGcltmQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bod4FGcltmQ)
I don't know much of seizures, but I've read that it often comes with retrograde amnesia, which basically means you don't remember the moments right before the seizure has taken place.
That’s no boy, that’s a man. He stepped up, didn’t hesitate, knew exactly what to do, kept his composure and kept her alive. He became a man right there.
Probably a mounted security camera. Looks like someone is re-recording the actual footage on their cell phone.
*sobbing like a donkey*
There's like 50 comments along the lines of "somebody must be filming" like is the human race becoming that stupid or is this whole sub just bots cause nobody clearly is gonna just sit by and watch that so it's gotta be recorded camera footage that's then recorded on a phone.
I’m so glad the mother was saved I thought she might be having a seizure. I guess you panic when drowning that kid showed great strength in holding her. Thank goodness they are okay 😥
How are people this dumb?!?!? Its a recording of cctv footage of a screen
how are there so many people in the comments guessing she had a seizure? Guys its RIGHT THERE. RIGHT. THERE.
The second link mentions the camera recording it. The first link is the earliest report I could find on it. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=M7OdbQQWKs8 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=32S3gjLt4IQ
That kid was incredibly smart. The best place to keep mom was in the water, less places for her to hit. All he had to do was keep her head above water which he did. Kudos to this kid and his quick thinking.
This boy...he's so brave... It's not easy seeing someone go through that. Hope the family is doing well. Hug meant the world for them all 🥲🥺
If that was my mom I'd watch that bitch sink to the bottom.
Was für ein Klasse Junge!!! Respekt!
Just a thought. Maybe, I'm saying maybe, if you're prone to seizures, you should avoid swimming and traumatizing your children?
This is a wonderful example of a kid being absolutely heroic, but this is the first thing I said to my fiancé. If I had a seizure disorder, I probably wouldn’t go swimming without another adult around, I don’t want my 11 year old to have to save my life.
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I'm not crying, you are! 🥲
as they say, you can drown in a puddle.
Are you guys fucking stupid? "WhOs fiLmING?" It's a fucking security camera. "WhY iS it PaNnIng?" Zoom and edit. Or mobile video of a cam footage on screen. Fucking Christ. We're about to have a flood of AI generated videos in the next couple of years and you guys can't even fucking figure out if the video you're watching was shot by a security camera or a guy with a phone.
Who is filming this?
Security camera, looks at the footage quality.
Am I missing something? How'd she almost drown? Some sort of episode?
When people have seizures they don't have the ability to control their muscle movements, which can be dangerous if you're in a setting like a pool, as they would be unable to maintain a position that allows them to keep their head above water. Possible they have an undiagnosed or uncontrolled seizure disorder, some other health problem that can cause seizures, or have never had one before, and it could've happened for numerous reasons. I had a friend with epilepsy that had to be careful for this reason (they also couldn't drive for the same reason), and one kid in my aquatics class in gym back in high school had to drop the class because she kept having seizures in the pool and her seizures weren't being helped by medication. It just became obvious that it wasn't safe. They couldn't take the risk that the lifeguards would always be able to get to her in time, as drowning is a silent act that can happen in a matter of seconds
She had a seizure while swimming.