Creating "therapeutic landscapes" at home: The experiences of families of children with autism

被引：26

作者：

Nagib, Wasan ^{[1
]}

Williams, Allison ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] McMaster Univ, Sch Geog & Earth Sci, Hamilton, ON, Canada

来源：

HEALTH & PLACE | 2018年 / 52卷

关键词：

SPECTRUM DISORDERS; UNITED-STATES; OLDER-PEOPLE; CARE; PLACE; HEALTH; SPACE; POPULATION; ADAPTATION; SUPPORT;

D O I：

10.1016/j.healthplace.2018.05.001

中图分类号：

R1 [预防医学、卫生学];

学科分类号：

1004 ; 120402 ;

摘要：

This study explores the challenges faced within the home environment by North American families of children with autism. The study also examines the diversity and extent of physical modifications introduced by the families to alleviate these challenges. The concept of therapeutic landscapes is employed as a framework to examine how physical modifications transform the home environment into a place of healing for both the children with autism and their family members. Finally, the study offers a general design framework that can ultimately guide home designers and policymakers in developing friendly home environments for children with autism and their families.

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