Autism Archives - Growing Connected

The Question Game, when I don’t have answers

12May

My son is not much of a talker. When he crosses the street from his bus, he rarely looks at me. He does not say hello. I want details about his entire day: a little moment that made him sad, or when he felt proud or embarrassed or angry. But nope. Nothing like that....

How do I care for both my kid & myself when it’s hard?

By Growing Connected

Autism, Conversations, Depression, Self-care

21March

My son is on the autism spectrum and has behavior issues. How do I separate myself from the difficult things he does and protect myself from becoming too demoralized, while still remaining connected and trying to help him?...

Wondering about my teen daughter and weight

My early teen daughter has begun gaining weight. How do I let her know that she’s beautiful and th

May 26, 2019
Where in the world are our kids?

These days we communicate via cell phone, email, texting, Facebook, Twitter, Skype and who knows wha

May 8, 2019
When shame encounters the God who is Love

Here’s a composite memory: I am five, eight, twelve, sixteen years old. I’ve sassed my mother, o

May 9, 2019