Lived Experiences of Single Mothers Who Have Children With Intellectual Disability the Case of House of Mercy Holistic Development Organization
| dc.contributor.advisor | Emebet Mulugeta (PhD) | |
| dc.contributor.author | Sosena Abebe | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2024-12-26T12:33:03Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2024-12-26T12:33:03Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-10-01 | |
| dc.description.abstract | The study was conducted to assess the lived experiences of single mothers who have children with intellectual disability in the case of House of Mercy Holistic development organization in Yeka sub city of Addis Ababa. The study used a theoretical framework of ecological systems theory to investigate how single mothers are influenced at different levels of ecological system. The aim of this study was to explore lived experiences of single mothers who have children with intellectual disability. The study utilized a qualitative research methodology foucsing on the challenges, perceptions, opportunities and coping strategies of single mothers who have children with intellectual disability. A case study reaseach was used to explore lived experiences of single mothers using purposive sampling technique.Semi structured interviews, key informant interviews and focus group discussions were also used for data collection tool. The data collected was analysed by using thematic analysis allowing for identification of common themes and patterns in the lived experiences of the participants. The findngs of the study revealed financial struggles, lack of employment opportunities, limited support centers and social isolation as the major challenges of single mothers who have children with intellectual disability. On the other hand, increased spriual beliefs and strength are mentioned as positive experiences of single mothers arising from having a child with intellectual disabilities, and lastly having a strong social support, hope and faith are found to be coping strategies of these mothers. Therefore, understanding the lived experiences of single mothers is vital for researchers, policymakers, schools, both governmental and non governmental organizations by giving insights about their challenges and support needs. Also, help in creating effective strategies that support single mothers of children with intellectual disabilities. Key words: Single mother, intellectual disability, coping strategies, opportunities, challenges | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/4020 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.publisher | Addis Ababa University | |
| dc.subject | Single mother | |
| dc.subject | intellectual disability | |
| dc.subject | coping strategies | |
| dc.subject | opportunities | |
| dc.subject | challenges | |
| dc.title | Lived Experiences of Single Mothers Who Have Children With Intellectual Disability the Case of House of Mercy Holistic Development Organization | |
| dc.type | Thesis |