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Talking to Neurodiverse Older Children & Teens about Their New Identity in Christ
Neurodiverse children, teens, and adults often hide how they’re truly feeling because they’ve had to learn to mask to fit into a “typical” world. So, how can we gently create opportunities with them so we can share about Jesus? One… Continue reading
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From the Nursery to the Pew: Supporting Neurodiversity in Ministry
About 1 in 5 children in the U.S. has some form of neurodiversity, according to the CDC. These children grow up to be teens and adults. It’s a disheartening truth that many neurodivergent youth, who are initially welcomed into children’s ministry, often start to… Continue reading
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What I Wish Others Knew About the Brain in Neurodivergent Kids, Teens, and Adults
We used to think certain behaviors were just about discipline. Or defiance. Or “choices.” We labeled kids as oppositional, adults as lazy, and teens as rebellious. Or we turned to the parents and labeled the child a result of “bad… Continue reading
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It’s Not Just About Behavior: Prioritize Compassion Over Control
“Why is he doing this?”“She knew the rule—why did she break it again?”“He doesn’t act like this at home…”“Maybe if you were just a little more consistent…” If you’ve parented—or tried to teach, serve, or support—a neurodivergent child or someone… Continue reading
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When You Don’t Know How to Help: A First Word About Neurodiversity, Faith & Families
I didn’t always know the term Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. I knew my child struggled. I knew she melted down when others didn’t. I knew typical parenting tools seemed to break instead of build. I knew I loved her—and I… Continue reading
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