Aim To explore the impact of parent‐to‐parent support when a child is born with a disability.
Design The research approach was qualitative. Data were collected retrospectively and …

During early childhood, children require major support that is tailored toward their specific
needs. For children with disabilities, families play a crucial part in providing the needed …

This qualitative study used focus groups to identify the differences and similarities in the
experiences of parents of children with a disability. Two main themes emerged, showing the …

Background: This study sought to examine the specific sources of challenges as identified
by parents of children with disabilities. Method: Focus groups were conducted with 40 parent …

In an exploratory study of family support services in Massachusetts, three focus groups were
convened to obtain the perspectives of parents caring for individuals with developmental …

Using family systems theory as a theoretical framework, we investigated direct and indirect
associations between type of disability, caregiver burden, and sibling relationships with …

Parent-led support groups for parents who have children with disabilities are voluntary
organizations with goals to provide social support and information and to foster advocacy …

Background Elevated stress is common among parents of children with disabilities. The
parents' perspective and evaluation of services have a significant impact on their well‐being …

Objective: This study examined the strength of the relationship between parents' perceptions
of family-centered, professionally provided caregiving and their emotional well-being …

Objectives This paper will report on the findings of a study which investigated the influence
of a befriending (parent-to-parent peer support) scheme on parents whose children have a …