An Ethnographic Study on Religion, Spirituality, and Maternal Influence on Sibling Relationships in a Muslim Family with a Child with Autism
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Autism, Sibling Relationships, Religion Beliefs and Practice
Abstract
This ethnographic study examined maternal influence on sibling relationships when one child has autism. The mother’s and typically developing son’s understanding of having a family member with autism was shaped by and imbued in their religion. The family’s religion and daily practices helped support the child with autism.
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Brinda Jegatheesan, Professor, Educational Psychology, University of Washington, Seattle
Brinda Jegatheesan, PhD, University of Washington, researches the role of religion, culture and language in the development of children with disabilities and their learning across various home and community settings. Questions regarding this study should be sent to Professor Brinda Jegatheesan, Department of Educational Psychology, College of Education, Box 353600, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195. Email: [email protected].
Klaus Witz
Klaus Witz, PhD, has interests and publications in the areas of cognition, philosophy of science and education, religion, spirituality and the self. He is the author of, The Supreme Wisdom of the Upanishads: An Introduction (1998).