When it comes to autism, our care should focus on families. We should refrain from questions of diagnosis or treatment, acknowledging our own limitations in these areas. Families have qualified medical experts to address treatment—what they need are people who can help them see God’s redemptive work through their suffering. Continue Reading →
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A dangerous trend toward autism is emerging in society in general and in some pockets of biblical counseling. This trend dismisses autism as a marketing scheme, a social construct, or a failure to parent. If biblical counselors embrace this trend, it will further alienate families impacted by autism. Continue Reading →
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Self-diagnosis is a growing issue within counseling. Critical theory and a shift in the definition of personhood have a profound impact on this trend towards self-diagnosis. Carl Trueman’s exploration of the changing understanding of personhood impacts how we understand this phenomenon. Continue Reading →
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Autism is a growing condition in the US, though its causes and nature are largely misunderstood. Biblical counselors must be careful in walking parents through the new reality they face when a child is diagnosed with ASD. Continue Reading →
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Sundays are incredibly difficult for families with a disabled child, often because of the attitudes and assumptions of members. To welcome these families, we need to reexamine how we understand disability and bring our thinking in line with the Bible on this critical issue. Continue Reading →
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