Psychosocial wellbeing of parents with autism spectrum disorder children (ASD) Joy autistic foundation
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2024-10
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Addis Ababa University
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The main purpose of this study is to evaluate the psychological and social wellbeing of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder in the context of the Joy Autistic center in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Seventy-five of the 75 questionnaires that the researcher distributed were collected. The researcher checked the data for completeness in order to prepare the raw data obtained from the questionnaire for statistical analysis. As a result, of the 75 surveys that were gathered, for this study, a total of 75 questionnaires were employed, and 100% of them were returned. Psychological distress in parents is the strain and discomfort brought on by the responsibilities and obligations of their parenting position. Several academic studies have looked at how raising a handicapped child affects the parents' mental health. Additionally, parents of children with ASD report higher levels of psychological suffering than other parents of challenged children, such as those whose children have mental disorders. (Hasan & ALsulami, 2024) , my result also indicates parent expressed feeling overwhelmed by the demands of caring for a child with ASD, with 57.3% agreeing that it affects their sleep, and 41.3% feeling that everyday life demands bring them down. Furthermore, 43% strongly agreed that after their child showed signs of autism, it took them a long time to fall asleep. parents and families may find it difficult to raise autistic children in both developed and developing nations. Many challenges need to be addressed in order to offer professional interventions for children with autism. Wang and associates, (Wang, et al., 2020). This investigation is also showing the presence of a child with autism appears to significantly impact social and professional opportunities. For example, 41.3% agree that their child with autism reduces their chances of getting a job or continuing education. 40% of respondents agree that maintaining close relationships has been difficult and frustrating. Many feel isolated, with 46.7% believing that others have more friends than they do, further reflecting the strain on personal relationships. Additionally, many participants (36%) feel that some friends have withdrawn after the diagnosis of their child, indicating a breakdown in social relationships due to the challenges of raising a child with autism.
Keywords: psychosocial wellbeing, social wellbeing, parent with autism spectrum disorder children.
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psychosocial wellbeing, social wellbeing, parent with autism spectrum disorder children.