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When autism diagnosis challenges your relationship with religious community

I've been going to the same church for years but after my autism diagnosis I realize the sensory overwhelm and social expectations have been making me miserable and I don't know if faith is worth this suffering.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The discovery of neurological needs can conflict with spiritual practices and communities that have provided meaning and belonging.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Belonging for neurodivergent people?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.