Current Projects

 This project explores how religious participation and community support shape the emotional well-being of mothers raising children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Focusing on Christian and Muslim faith communities, the study aims to understand how spiritual practices, beliefs, and social networks help (or sometimes challenge) mothers as they navigate the complexities of parenting a child with special needs. Through in-depth conversations, Sacred Struggles centers the voices of mothers whose stories are often overlooked in both religious and medical spaces. Are you a mother of child that has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? 

• Are you an active member of a Christian or Muslim faith community? 
• Are you at least 18 years of age?
• If so, I would love to talk to you. I am doing a study exploring how religious participation and community support impact the emotional well-being and stress levels of mothers raising children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). 

If you're interested or know someone who may be, please contact Dr. JoAnna Boudreaux @jbdreaux@memphis.edu or text 901-826-9680 

Your participation is voluntary, and all information will remain confidential.