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Autism Spectrum Disorders
According to the Autism Society of America, autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. It results from a neurological disorder that affects development in social interaction and communication. The most common categories within the autism spectrum are
From Autism Society of America:
With articles by family members, theologians, pastors, rabbis, people with autism, and professionals, the booklet contains facts about autism, pastoral care, religious education, strategies for supporting families, tips for lay people, and a listing of religious and public resources. The articles are highlighted by real life stories from a number of families who responded to an autism and faith survey. Only $5.00 postpaid! To order click here.
Autism and Your Church by Barbara J. Newman is a resource from Friendship Ministries.
This workbook offers practical ways to welcome and include
individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) into the full life of a congregation.This excellent practical book is reviewed by Christine Guth. You can now order this and other Friendship Ministries resources directly from ADNet. Newman offers suggestions for monitoring the sensory input in your church environment (see the book for more details):
Dr. Karla Kay Akins, educator, pastor, and mother of twin boys with autism, has written several helpful articles on helping children with autism to be integrated into Sunday school and worship.
How Churches Can Support Families Living with the Autism Spectrum/Pervasive Developmental Disorders Or Other Disabilities Sensory Integration in the Religious Education Classroom For more general information about Sensory Integration (now standardized under the nomenclature of "Sensory Processing Disorders") visit the Sensory Processing Disorders Network. |
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Autism and Your Church by Barbara J. Newman is a resource from 