Psychology of Religion and Spirituality (May 28, 2018): No Pagination Specified. Raising a child with autism can be a significant stressor, and it is important to understand the coping strategies used by parents in order to offer effective support. Considering the prevalence of religion in the U.S., we examined religious coping as a potential predictor of well-being among parents of children with autism.. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.