Perspectives of mothers and fathers affected by addiction of an adolescent/adult child - results from a mixed-method study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Addiction has an impact not only on the individual but also on family members. Stress and strain are high especially in parents of individuals with an addiction. Aim of the study is to focus on the experiences of parents and to integrate their view in a model for a better understanding of psychosocial burdens of addiction-affected families.

Methods

The multi-modal study included qualitative in-depth semi-structured interviews following a guideline based on the Stress-Strain-Information-Coping-Support Model and additional quantitative assessment. Participants were recruited via self-help groups for parents (nationwide and regional). Data of 21 mothers and 9 fathers were analysed in terms of gender differences.

Results

While mothers were more affected by emot

SUBMITTER: Bischof A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12849084 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature