Adulting on the Spectrum
Nearly one in 36 children are now diagnosed with autism—but what happens when they grow up?
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My Autistic Son – Part 2
You have heard it said that the Lord works in mysterious ways. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his heartwarming conversation with Emily Colson and her dad, the late Chuck Colson, about her extraordinary life with her autistic son, Max. Never underestimate the power of God to answer your prayers in the most unorthodox ways. Luke 18:17 says, “Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”
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My Autistic Son – Part 1
According to Psalm 127:3, “Children are a heritage from the Lord.” Oftentimes, parents of children who have special needs experience a unique joy and perspective that other parents may never encounter. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Emily Colson and her dad, the late Chuck Colson, about Emily’s son, Max, who has autism.
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A Lifeline to Moms: God’s Plans for the Overwhelmed Mom
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his candid and colorful conversation with Sarah Parshall Perry about the challenges of raising a household full of children—specifically two sons with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and a strong-willed daughter. She reminds parents that God is there for them and they are doing the greatest job of all, whether they know it or not. Sometimes, as a parent, you have to set aside your wildly unrealistic aspirations for the day, week, or year and realize that this may be one of those times where you just don’t get out of your pajamas.
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A Lifeline to Moms: Defining Real Expectations
After she established a successful career as an attorney, Sarah Parshall Perry and her husband had three children, two of whom are on the autism spectrum. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Sarah, the author of Mommy Needs a Raise: Because Quitting is Not an Option. Learn more about her decision to become a stay-at-home mom and focus on the things that she felt were most important.
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Understanding Autism: Supporting Struggling Parents – Part 2
When pediatrician Dr. Jerry Kartzinel puts autistic children on a dairy and gluten-free diet, 75% of them respond dramatically,like a fog has lifted! He analogizes that these kids are like computers with a malfunctioning hard drive. Only after the "hard drive" has been repaired can "software" like speech and other therapies that are introduced show dramatic results.
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Understanding Autism: Supporting Struggling Parents – Part 1
Mark and Jenny were concerned when their first-born child wouldn't make eye contact, walked on his tiptoes, and didn't talk. At the age of three, he was diagnosed with autism, which sent Mark into a deep depression.
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Hope for Families Living with Autism
When did you first become aware of autism? I became VERY aware of autism after my fourth son, Joshua was diagnosed with autism shortly before his 3rd birthday. Well, that is not entirely correct. As a
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Love Your Child “As Is”
Sarah is a beautiful three-year-old. She loves Honey Nut Cheerios, nursery rhymes, and playing on the playground. But lately, it almost breaks her mother's heart to see Sarah out there with the other
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Dr. James Dobson
Joe Waresak
Dr. Del Tackett
