| Title |
Predictors of Satisfaction with Life in Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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|---|---|
| Published in |
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, November 2017
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| DOI | 10.1007/s10803-017-3423-7 |
| Pubmed ID | |
| Authors |
Jason Landon, Daniel Shepherd, Sonja Goedeke |
| Abstract |
This study examined the relationships between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) symptoms, care-related activities, and satisfaction with life (SWL) in 184 parents caring for a child with ASD in New Zealand. The relationships between coping styles and SWL were also examined. The parents' SWL scores indicated they were slightly dissatisfied with their lives. A stepwise linear regression showed three predictors (care-related health problems, carer esteem and financial difficulties) explained 47% of the variance in SWL scores. Several coping styles were associated with lowered SWL, and only emotional support was related to increased SWL. The regression model provides a focus for monitoring parental wellbeing, and stresses the importance of recognition and support for the substantial responsibilities parents of children with ASD face. |
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| United Kingdom | 1 | 33% |
| Unknown | 2 | 67% |
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| Members of the public | 3 | 100% |
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| Unknown | 145 | 100% |
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| Student > Master | 21 | 14% |
| Student > Ph. D. Student | 19 | 13% |
| Student > Doctoral Student | 16 | 11% |
| Student > Bachelor | 13 | 9% |
| Researcher | 10 | 7% |
| Other | 22 | 15% |
| Unknown | 44 | 30% |
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| Psychology | 42 | 29% |
| Nursing and Health Professions | 16 | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 16 | 11% |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 5 | 3% |
| Business, Management and Accounting | 3 | 2% |
| Other | 15 | 10% |
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