| Abstrakt: |
This study explores the unique challenges faced by solo parents in accessing and providing recreational opportunities for their children with disabilities. Solo parents, who are solely responsible for the care and upbringing of their children without the support of a co-parent, often encounter significant time constraints, financial barriers, and a lack of inclusive programming when trying to facilitate recreational activities for their children with special needs. We derived this article from publications in various journals. We carefully studied over a hundred papers and referenced a few of them while applying inclusion and exclusion criteria. Specialized equipment, tailored programs, and accessible facilities are necessary for these children to fully engage in recreation, which can add to the already burdensome workload of single parents. Furthermore, single parents may experience higher levels of stress, burnout, and social isolation, further limiting their capacity to prioritize and participate in recreational activities with their children. The paper delves into the complexities of these challenges, highlighting the importance of recreation for the developmental, social, and emotional well-being of children with disabilities and the unique obstacles single parents face in accessing such opportunities. It examines the broader barriers to recreational inclusion, such as inaccessible facilities, inadequate staff training, and the emphasis on competitive sports, which can exclude children with varying abilities. The study ultimately shed light on this underexplored issue and informed the development of targeted support systems and inclusive recreational programs to better serve solo parents and their children with disabilities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
