"We are all there silently coping": The hidden experiences of parents of adults with Asperger syndrome
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BACKGROUND: The experiences of older parents of adults with Asperger syndrome have not been explored in the research literature.
METHOD: Four families who had middle-aged offspring with Asperger syndrome were interviewed (3 mothers and 1 couple), and the interviews were analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA).
RESULTS: Six themes emerged from the analysis: (a) providers of "hidden" support, (b) role of advocate, (c) social isolation, (d) intrafamilial relationships, (e) support for parents, and (f) future concerns.
CONCLUSIONS: The findings of this study offer insight into the experience of parents of adult sons with Asperger syndrome. Implications for future support interventions and research are suggested.
Allweddeiriau
| Iaith wreiddiol | Saesneg |
|---|---|
| Tudalennau (o-i) | 237-47 |
| Nifer y tudalennau | 11 |
| Cyfnodolyn | Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability |
| Cyfrol | 37 |
| Rhif y cyfnodolyn | 3 |
| Dynodwyr Gwrthrych Digidol (DOIs) | |
| Statws | Cyhoeddwyd - Medi 2012 |