Social capital and quality of life among caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Mongolia: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) tend to experience a low quality of life (QoL) due to caregiving burdens. Supporting these caregivers, social capital is expected to improve their overall well-being. However, there is limited research on the relationship between social capital and QoL among caregivers of children with ASD in low- and middle-income countries. This study explored this association in the context of caregivers of children with ASD in Mongolia.

Methods

This study conducted a cross-sectional online survey using a structured questionnaire. Caregivers with a child diagnosed with ASD were recruited through institutions related to ASD in Mongolia. Social capital was assessed by the Looman Social Capital Scale. QoL was assessed usin

SUBMITTER: Munkhsaikhan Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12465774 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature