Health challenges faced by parents of children with disabilities: a scoping review.

Autor: Shahali S; Department of Reproductive Health and Midwifery, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran. Shadab.shahali@modares.ac.ir., Tavousi M; Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research, ACECR, Tehran, Iran., Sadighi J; Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research, ACECR, Tehran, Iran., Kermani RM; Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research, ACECR, Tehran, Iran., Rostami R; Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research, ACECR, Tehran, Iran.
Jazyk: angličtina
Zdroj: BMC pediatrics [BMC Pediatr] 2024 Sep 30; Vol. 24 (1), pp. 619. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Sep 30.
DOI: 10.1186/s12887-024-05104-3
Abstrakt: Background: Parenting a child with disabilities can feel isolating and overwhelming. Understanding the health challenges of parents with disabled children is essential for providing effective healthcare. This study aims to offer a comprehensive view of the health challenges faced by these parents by synthesizing existing literature from various perspectives.
Method: This scoping review conducted using the JBI scoping review method. Searches were performed on PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases spanning from 2014 to 2024. The initial search yielded 388 articles, with 24 articles undergoing qualitative assessment and data analysis via narrative synthesis.
Results: From the 24 selected articles, three health challenges were identified: physical, emotional, and social health challenges.
Conclusion: Parents of children with disabilities face intricate health challenges, including physical challenges like fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, and sleep issues. Additionally, they experience significant emotional strain, with symptoms of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness. Social isolation and stigma further compound these challenges. A collaborative approach involving healthcare professionals, policymakers, and support organizations can empower parents to thrive in their caregiving roles.
(© 2024. The Author(s).)
Databáze: MEDLINE
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