Predictors of Satisfaction with Life in Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

被引：26
作者：
Landon, Jason [1 ]
Shepherd, Daniel [1 ]
Goedeke, Sonja [1 ]
机构：
[1] Auckland Univ Technol, Fac Hlth & Environm Sci, Dept Psychol, 90 Akoranga Dr, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
来源：
JOURNAL OF AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | 2018年 / 48卷 / 05期
关键词：
Autism spectrum disorders; Parents; Caregiving; Satisfaction with life; Coping; QUALITY-OF-LIFE; SOCIAL SUPPORT; DEVELOPMENTAL-DISABILITIES; DOWN-SYNDROME; INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY; MEASUREMENT INVARIANCE; BEHAVIORAL-PROBLEMS; CAREGIVER STRESS; AGING PARENTS; SELF-ESTEEM;
D O I：
10.1007/s10803-017-3423-7
中图分类号：
B844 [发展心理学（人类心理学）];
学科分类号：
040202 ;
摘要：
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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页码：1640 / 1650
页数：11
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