Assessing the Needs and Sources of Support of Mothers with Down Syndrome Child
Journal Title: Journal of the Human and Social Science Researches - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Down syndrome is one of the most frequent chromosomal anomaly happens in the world. One out of 600 children in the world borns with this particular abnormality. The purpose of this study is to assess the needs and the sources of support of mothers with Down Syndrome (DS) child. Therefore, semi-structured and open ended interviews were conducted with 13 mothers with DS child, living in Ankara. systematic analysis of data reveal that mothers with DS child need support to overcome physical work load; to talk about their misery; need to be understood; need to be physical/mental and spiritual care; and need to be informed. To meet these needs, supporting sources determined under two categories: internal and external. Making sense of the situation and being able to change classified as internal sources. Support from spouse, other family members, friends, neighbors and institutional supports considered as external resources.
Authors and Affiliations
Ayşe Burcu GÖREN| Öğr. Gör., Turgut Özal Ü. Sağlık Yüksek Okulu a.burcugoren@gmail.com
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