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Understanding autism spectrum disorder and coping mechanism by parents: An explorative study.
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- Mindfulness and communication intervention for mothers of children with developmental disabilities in Yangon: A randomized controlled trial on parental stress and problem-solving communication.International journal of nursing sciences · 2026Article
- Quality of life, stress and its coping strategies among the parents of children with autism spectrum disorder in Kathmandu Valley: A mixed method study.PLOS global public health · 2026Article
- Stress coping strategies in parents of children with central coordination disorders undergoing Vojta therapy: a two-month prospective observational study.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- Vaccine Hesitancy in the Autism Spectrum Disorder Context: Parental Vaccine Decision-Making and Coping with Stress Strategies.Journal of autism and developmental disorders · 2025Article
- Interrater reliability of the DSM-5 and ICD-11 Criterion A for PTSD and complex PTSD in parents of children with autism using the Life Events Checklist.BJPsych open · 2025Article
- Caregivers' voices: From the world of autism spectrum disorder.Curationis · 2024Article
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- Parent observations about the impact of COVID-19 on children with autism spectrum disorder in Turkey.International journal of developmental disabilities · 2023Article
- Analysis of Spanish Parents' Knowledge about ASD and Their Attitudes towards Inclusive Education.European journal of investigation in health, psychology and education · 2022Article
- Internalization of stigma among parents of children with autism spectrum disorder in Nigeria: a mixed method study.BMC psychology · 2021Article
- Exploring the Coping Resources of Caregivers with Children Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Southern Ghana.Sage open pediatricsArticle
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Abstract
objectiveThis study aimed to explore the perceptions of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their coping strategies.
methodsThe data of the study was collected using face-to-face semi-structured interviews. The participants were purposefully selected from the three schools in Mpumalanga Province because they had children diagnosed with ASD and data was analyzed using thematic content analysis. In this study, primary caregivers were selected. In the end, 12 women were interviewed, and the data saturation was reached. Ethical considerations and measures to ensure trustworthiness were carried out throughout the study.
resultsThe findings revealed two themes: caregivers' understanding and misconceptions of ASD and coping mechanisms used in dealing challenges of caring for a child with ASD; and five subthemes: lack of knowledge, cultural beliefs, prayer, strong support system, and acceptance.
conclusionBased on the findings, more awareness campaigns should be done on ASD to increase parents' understanding of the condition. Understanding the cultural beliefs of parents regarding ASD may assist health care professionals in developing care practices that are accepted in their culture, and may enhance parents' coping skills.
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