ArticleBMC pediatrics2024
Health challenges faced by parents of children with disabilities: a scoping review.
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- The Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Group Intervention (Navigator ACT) for Parents of Children With Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: A Randomized Controlled Trial.Autism research : official journal of the International Society for Autism Research · 2026Trial
- Empowering Parent Carers of Children With Neurodisability in Healthcare Settings: Co-Producing a Theory of Change for Intervention Development.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2026Article
- Parental needs and experiences with e-Health applications in chronic pediatric care - a scoping review.BMC pediatrics · 2026Article
- Caregiving burden, physical activity, psychosocial factors, and maternal cognitive function in mothers of children with developmental disabilities: a cross-sectional study.BMC psychology · 2026Article
- Long-term follow-up for mothers of children with disability after healthy mothers healthy families e-workshops.Australian occupational therapy journal · 2026Article
- "Do It by Myself" or Autonomy, Participation, and Assistive Devices and Technology Needs of Children and Youth With Disabilities: Text Mining Analysis of a National Survey in France.JMIR medical informatics · 2026Article
- Between Hope and Skepticism: Parent and Provider Expectations of Artificial Intelligence as a Bridge to Human-Centered Care for Children With Chronic Illness.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2026Article
- Examining the daily experiences of parents caring for children with rare neurogenetic conditions using over 18,000 ecological momentary assessments.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Perceived community support, parenting self-efficacy, and family resilience in special needs parenting: a SEM approach.BMC public health · 2026Article
- Pilot Study of Physical and Psychosocial Health Outcomes and Caregiver Burden in Mothers of Children with Physical Disabilities in Türkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- The Emotional and Psychological Impact on Families Raising Children With Special Needs: A Primary Care Perspective.Health science reports · 2026Article
- Validation and reliability of the Turkish version of the life transition scale for parents of children with disabilities: a methodological study.BMC pediatrics · 2026Article
- Socioeconomic and national disparities in disability distribution among population in five East African countries: insights from the demographic and health surveys.International journal for equity in health · 2026Article
- ENabling VISions And Growing Expectations (ENVISAGE): Co-development and feasibility of an "integrated" version of ENVISAGE for service providers and parents of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.Pilot and feasibility studies · 2026Article
- Transdiagnostic determinants of access to mental health care for youth with disabilities: a systems-oriented structured narrative review.Frontiers in public health · 2026Review
- Is having a child with special needs a barrier to physical activity? A mixed design study.PloS one · 2026Article
- Family polyvictimization in households with parental health conditions: a cross-sectional study of disparities and risk factors.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Improving family functioning and wellbeing among families of children with disabilities in Rwanda: an application of the SAFE child protection model.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2026Article
- Psychological resilience and disaster preparedness among parents of children with hearing impairments: a cross-sectional analysis.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Different Supports, Different Effects: Social Support Moderates the Impact of Parenting Stress on the Mental Health of Parents of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.European journal of investigation in health, psychology and education · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundParenting a child with disabilities can feel isolating and overwhelming. Understanding the health challenges of parents with disabled children is essential for providing effective healthcare. This study aims to offer a comprehensive view of the health challenges faced by these parents by synthesizing existing literature from various perspectives.
methodThis scoping review conducted using the JBI scoping review method. Searches were performed on PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases spanning from 2014 to 2024. The initial search yielded 388 articles, with 24 articles undergoing qualitative assessment and data analysis via narrative synthesis.
resultsFrom the 24 selected articles, three health challenges were identified: physical, emotional, and social health challenges.
conclusionParents of children with disabilities face intricate health challenges, including physical challenges like fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, and sleep issues. Additionally, they experience significant emotional strain, with symptoms of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness. Social isolation and stigma further compound these challenges. A collaborative approach involving healthcare professionals, policymakers, and support organizations can empower parents to thrive in their caregiving roles.
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