All autism articles
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ArticleDoes the Bible have anything to say about my disabled son?
For Christian parents of children with additional needs, Mark Arnold’s journey with his son James reveals how Scripture speaks of dignity, purpose, acceptance and hope
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ArticleHelping autistic children hear God’s voice
Whether your child is very literal or imaginative, neurotypical or autistic, Naomi Fox has ideas to open up prayer, faith, and friendship with God in ways that make sense to them
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Article6 things Christian parents can do whilst they wait for their child’s Autism diagnosis
The journey is slow and sometimes lonely, but Lynette Peckett has ways to help Christian parents cope and churches support families waiting for an Autism diagnosis for their child
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ArticleNeurodiversity isn’t a problem to fix, it’s a gift to the church
This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Sophie Killingley explains how difference and disability reflect God’s creative handiwork, and why every person is worth celebrating
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ArticleWhy Learning You is a powerful movie for Christian parents
With honest questions and raw emotion, Mark Arnold says that Learning You reminds us that Jesus meets us in our mess, and calls us to rebuild hope together, one sandcastle at a time
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ArticleAutism, meltdowns and shutdowns – practical advice for Christian parents
Meltdowns and shutdowns in autistic youth and children are challenging - Lynnette Peckett says understanding them can make all the difference and gives practical tips for Christian parents to help support with care, patience, and love
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ArticleSupport for Christian parents of autistic children heading off to a new school this September
Transitioning to a new school is hard enough without the additional complexity of autism - Lynn McCann helps parents navigate a doubly difficult time
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ArticleWhen parenting advice doesn’t work: Understanding PDA in autistic children
“Have you tried praying more for your child?”
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ArticleInterview with Donna Jennings
Around one percent of adults and children in the UK are on the autistic spectrum, meaning that they have a developmental disability that affects how they communicate and interact with the world. Donna Jennings was serving as a Christian worker with her husband in Bangladesh when it was clear that things were not well with their son, Micah. She explains how this turned their lives upside down and how her daughter Tabitha has written a book that helps children and adults understand the condition better.
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ArticleWhy many parents are rejoicing that Bruno the Brake car has joined ‘Thomas & Friends’
Are you children fans of Thomas & Friends?
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ArticleWhy does my child ‘lose it’ at home when they have been fine at school or church?
Are there things that typically press your buttons?
