Coping Strategies and Parents’ Positive Perceptions of Raising a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Sarriá, Encarnación; Pozo, Pilar

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“…Acceptance of the diagnosis was a positive influence on parental adjustment 35 . Mothers appeared to experience a higher amount of positive gain than fathers 29 . This is theorised to be the effect of the mother generally taking on the role of the primary caregiver thus affording mothers an opportunity for personal growth and strength 29 .…”

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“…Coping has two typologies and functions namely, problem-solving coping which aims to modify the person or environment to effect change, whilst emotion-focused coping aims to alter the individual's approach to the stressful environment, or reduce the adverse emotional toll on an individual 28 . Parents used various coping strategies to manage the child with ASD 14 including distraction, problem-focused coping 22 , avoidance or emotion-focused coping 29 . Sarria and Pozzo's 29 study of 127 mothers and 90 fathers reported that mothers used more positive and problem solving strategies whilst fathers tended to use avoidant strategies .…”

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“…Sarria and Pozzo's 29 study of 127 mothers and 90 fathers reported that mothers used more positive and problem solving strategies whilst fathers tended to use avoidant strategies . Adaptive coping strategies allowed for a higher family quality of life 30 since it generated effective, productive responses to stressors 31 whilst avoidant coping strategies were maladaptive 29 . In a study of 180 families in a South African context 16 , it was reported that family quality of life increases with regular routines.…”

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“…Local research found that positive meaning is derived from parenting the CASD 7,19 . Spirituality, tolerance and appreciation of life intensified and parents became more confident in their skills 29 . Personality traits like empathy, acceptance and patience were augmented through the experiences of adversity related to ASD 34 .…”

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Parents' voices: experiences and coping as a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder

Reddy

Fewster

Gurayah

2019

S. Afr. j. occup. ther.

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Introduction: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) requires a lifetime commitment of care and imposes significant stressors on families. This study aimed to understand the lived experiences and coping strategies of parents with children diagnosed with ASD. The study addressed one of the objectives of a larger project. Methods: An exploratory, qualitative study using purposive sampling to recruit parents of Children with ASD was used. Six individual interviews and one dyad interview provided the data for this study. Data were interpreted using thematic analysis. Findings: The study identified two major themes namely experiences of ASD and coping with ASD. Dealing with ASD was characterised by significant challenges associated with resource limitations, poor guidance from health professionals, protracted diagnostic processes, reduced awareness of ASD and stigma for families. Parents were resilient and empowered themselves to cope with the tough journey, with support systems providing a buffer to families. Parents identified support, resources and awareness as pivotal needs. Positive ramifications from parenting a child with ASD were the development of positive personality traits, increased spiritual faith and a greater appreciation of life. The study emphasised the need for increased resources and support for families to cushion their experiences of ASD.

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Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 83%

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Parents' voices: experiences and coping as a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder

Reddy

Fewster

Gurayah

2019

S. Afr. j. occup. ther.

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“…Además, se señaló que a mayor edad de los padresel nivel de optimismo se incrementa.Cierta similitud en cuanto al paso del tiempo se encuentraen un estudio realizado por Kausar, Jevne y Sobseycitado en (Pozo & Sarriá, 2015)en el que se analizaron cualitativamente los discursos de padres de un hijo con autismo, concluyendo que a lo largo de su vida han empoderado sus capacidades personales, redefinido el rol que cumplen como padres, así como el aumento de sus esperanzas, expectativas y determinación para encontrar recursos a las necesidades de sus hijos. Además, (Gray, 2006)expone que a mayor edad del padre de la persona con autismo, mayor será el uso de estrategias centradas en la emoción y valorará de forma más positiva la condición de su hijo.…”

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Optimismo Disposicional y Afrontamiento en Padres de Niños con Autismo

Gilardi¹,

Viviana²

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This research aimed to describe the relationship between dispositional optimism and active and avoidant coping in a sample of 94 parents of children between 3 and 13 years old diagnosed with autism of Lima city. Life Orientation Test-Revised (LOT-R, Grimaldo, 2004) was applied to measure the Dispositional Optimism, and the Modified Coping Strategies Scale (EEC-M, Londoño, Henao, Puerta, Posada, Arango & Aguirre-Acevedo, 2006) to measure the Coping that the participants used. Among the results, it was found a significant and positive relationship between the mentioned variables; showing that parents who perceive the future in a positive way could cope in a more adaptive way with experiences that include coexistence with their child's condition. In addition, the results are similar to those obtained in previous researchs with the same sample characteristics. Also are exposed the limitations found during the study and suggestions that may be taken for further research.

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Adaptation of Parents Raising a Child with ASD: The Role of Positive Perceptions, Coping, Self-efficacy, and Social Support

Higgins

Mannion

Chen

et al. 2022

J Autism Dev Disord

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This study explored the adaptation of parents raising a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) specifically the contributory role of positive perceptions, coping, self-efficacy, and social support. One hundred and thirty-six parents of children with a diagnosis of ASD completed a battery of self-report questionnaires via an online survey. Using multiple regression analyses positive perceptions, adaptive coping, self-efficacy, and social support were each a significant contributor to one or more positive adaptation outcomes. Multiple moderated regression analysis found no evidence that these factors were significant moderators between behavioural problems and parental adaptation. The implications of these findings in supporting parents raising a child with ASD are outlined.

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Coping Strategies and Parents’ Positive Perceptions of Raising a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Cited by 11 publications

References 74 publications

Parents' voices: experiences and coping as a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder

Parents' voices: experiences and coping as a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder

Optimismo Disposicional y Afrontamiento en Padres de Niños con Autismo

Adaptation of Parents Raising a Child with ASD: The Role of Positive Perceptions, Coping, Self-efficacy, and Social Support

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