Understanding autism spectrum disorder and coping mechanism by parents: An explorative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to explore the perceptions of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their coping strategies.

Methods

The data of the study was collected using face-to-face semi-structured interviews. The participants were purposefully selected from the three schools in Mpumalanga Province because they had children diagnosed with ASD and data was analyzed using thematic content analysis. In this study, primary caregivers were selected. In the end, 12 women were interviewed, and the data saturation was reached. Ethical considerations and measures to ensure trustworthiness were carried out throughout the study.

Results

The findings revealed two themes: caregivers' understanding and misconceptions of ASD and coping mechanisms used in deali

SUBMITTER: Shilubane H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7644554 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature