<![CDATA[This study explores stress-coping strategies among parents raising children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Madura, situating their psychological experiences within the context of local cultural values and Islamic teachings. Employing a qualitative-phenomenological approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, non-participant observation, and documentation involving 20 parents across four regencies in Madura. The findings indicate that parental coping strategies are not merely individual psychological responses but are deeply intertwined with cultural and religious frameworks. Parents integrate problem-focused, emotion-focused, and meaning-focused coping strategies through daily caregiving practices, emotional regulation, and religious devotion. Islamic concepts such as *sabr* (patience), *tawakkul* (trust in God), and *ridha* (acceptance) serve as spiritual resources that foster long-term resilience and endurance. Meanwhile, Madurese cultural values, which emphasize perseverance and moral responsibility, shape how parents interpret stress and their caregiving obligations. This study contributes to the existing literature by integrating coping theory, Islamic psychology, and cultural analysis, offering a non-Western perspective on parental coping in the context of raising children with ASD. The findings underscore the importance of culturally and religiously sensitive approaches within family support programs for children with ASD.]]>
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