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ArticleJournal of autism and developmental disorders2026

Quality of Life of and Its Predictors Among Caregivers of Children With Developmental Disorders.

Saman Waqar, Hayaa Ali, Eeman Ali, Asim Niaz, Rukhsana Roshan

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Saman WaqarAl-Shifa School of Public Health, Al Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. saman.naqvi@yahoo.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-8481-9835
Hayaa AliNational University of Science and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, Pakistan.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0009-0263-5775
Eeman AliFoundation University Medical College, Islamabad, Pakistan.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0000-2639-1239
Asim NiazNational University of Medical Sciences (NUMS), Rawalpindi, Pakistan.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0009-3029-033X
Rukhsana RoshanNational University of Medical Sciences (NUMS), Rawalpindi, Pakistan.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3077-3237

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purposeThis study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and determinants of quality of life (QoL) among caregivers of children facing mental health challenges. Specifically, it explored how caregivers’ sociodemographic characteristics influence their QoL.

methodsA cross-sectional design was employed, with data collected at the Psychology Outpatient Department of a rehabilitation institute in Islamabad. Between October 2022 and February 2023, a total of 350 mothers of children with mental health issues participated. Data were gathered using an interview-based questionnaire, which included information on caregivers’ and children’s demographics, disability-related factors, and the PedsQL Family Impact Module (FIM) to assess QoL.

resultsFindings indicated that certain sociodemographic variables significantly impacted caregivers’ QoL. Older age of both caregivers and children, as well as a higher number of children, were negatively associated with QoL. In contrast, higher monthly household income was positively linked to better caregiver well-being. Interestingly, caregivers of boys with disabilities reported a higher QoL compared to those caring for girls with disabilities. Additionally, family structure played a role: caregivers living in nuclear families experienced better QoL compared to those in joint family systems.

conclusionThese results highlight the complex interplay between social, economic, and familial factors in shaping the caregiving experience. Understanding these relationships is essential for developing targeted interventions and support systems to enhance the well-being of caregivers managing the mental health needs of their children.

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