The Well-being and Support Needs of Australian Caregivers of Neurodiverse Children

被引：13
作者：
D'Arcy, Emily [1 ]
Burnett, Tayah [1 ]
Capstick, Emily [1 ]
Elder, Catherine [1 ]
Slee, Olivia [1 ]
Girdler, Sonya [1 ]
Scott, Melissa [1 ]
Milbourn, Ben [1 ]
机构：
[1] Curtin Univ, Curtin Scool Allied Hlth, Perth, WA 6102, Australia
来源：
JOURNAL OF AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | 2024年 / 54卷 / 05期
关键词：
Caregiver; Well-being; Neurodivergent; Mental Health; Support Needs; NATIONAL DISABILITY; SOCIAL SUPPORT; AUTISM; PARENTS; CARE; FAMILIES; STRESS; PERCEPTIONS; EXPERIENCES; DISORDERS;
D O I：
10.1007/s10803-023-05910-1
中图分类号：
B844 [发展心理学（人类心理学）];
学科分类号：
040202 ;
摘要：
Caregivers of children with neurodiverse needs are known to experience challenges and hardship due to the increased needs of the child and the lack of support available. This study aimed to explore the support needs and well-being of caregivers of children with neurodiverse needs in Australia. Sixty-six caregivers participated in an online survey asking questions about support needs. The results highlighted five main themes that caregivers commonly experienced including: barriers to community engagement, impact on close relationships, negative impact on mental health and identity, financial hardship, and identified support needs. Findings identified multiple unmet needs existing amongst caregivers and further emphasises the importance of addressing these needs to improve the quality of life of caregivers of children with neurodiverse needs.
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页码：1857 / 1869
页数：13
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