Mothers' Perspectives: Daily Life When Your Child Has Sensory Differences.

ABSTRACT: A child's sensory processing and sensory integration (SP-SI) differences can be a barrier to participation in daily life for both child and mother. Supporting mothers is advocated for, but little is known about the everyday experiences of these mothers. To gain an understanding of daily life for mothers and their children with SP-SI differences. Qualitative semi-structured interviews with six mothers were analyzed through thematic analysis. Theme 1 described the impact of child SP-SI on daily life, including challenges in occupations across environments, adaptations required, and the lack of knowledge and understanding from social and professional networks. Theme 2 identified what helps: empowering mothers through relationships based on listening, gaining knowledge, and understanding, and

SUBMITTER: Allen S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11571595 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature