Peer support among parents of children with congenital heart defects: A qualitative analysis of written responses submitted via an online survey.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To explore experiences of peer support among parents of children with congenital heart defects.

Design

A study analysing written responses to open-ended questions about peer support, collected via an online survey distributed in Sweden.

Methods

Respondents were recruited during 3 months in 2018 by means of convenience sampling, through ads via the Swedish foundation for families with children who have heart defects and two closed Facebook groups for peer support. An online survey containing open-ended questions was distributed and responses were analysed with systematic text condensation.

Results

Peer support was grounded in a mutual understanding among parents and involved highly appreciated emotional support. Listening to the stories of peers meant an opp

SUBMITTER: Carlsson T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7702174 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature