Malawi autism: How a mother learned to cope with her autistic child

Author: bbc.comPublished on: April 6, 2026Country: Malawi
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Malawi autism: How a mother learned to cope with her autistic child

Martha Ongwane faced dark times with her autistic daughter Rachael, even contemplating harming her. With access to specialized care and support from the Saint John of God organization, the family has transformed their situation. Now, Rachael is happy and receiving the help she needs, but many families in Malawi still lack resources and understanding of autism.

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