Perceived social support and quality of life of parents of children with Autism

Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice
N Kuru, Birgül Piyal

Abstract

When examining the incidence of autism, however, children should not be considered independent of their parents, as this collection of disorders also affects the life of their family members. Having a disabled child affects the relationships with the family and friends, and the social and work life of families. The quality of life of these families is discussed in terms of financial aspects, health, support of family members, values, occupation, family relations, and individual support dimensions of developmental disabilities. However, there are very limited studies on the relationship between perceived social support and quality of life of parents of children with autism, and none of these has been conducted in Turkey. This study aimed to identify the perceived social support and quality of life of the parents of children with autism and to investigate the related factors. The sample of the study consists of 90 parents who accepted to join the research studies. The participants enrolled in the study included 90 biological parents (31 mothers; 59 fathers). Eighteen children had both mother and father participate (all participants subsequently will be referred to as "parents"). This was a descriptive cross-sectional study. A soc...Continue Reading

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