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Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 10/2023

02-08-2022 | Original Paper

The Diagnostic Period for Autism: Risk and Protective Factors for Family Quality of Life in Early Childhood

Auteurs: Mélina Rivard, Diane Morin, Patrick Coulombe, Marjorie Morin, Catherine Mello

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 10/2023

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Abstract

During the diagnostic evaluation period for autism or intellectual disability (ID), families of young children are at risk for poor adjustment. The present study aimed to document family quality of life (FQOL), along with associated risk and protective factors, during this critical step of families’ services trajectory. FQOL was measured in a large sample of families of children recently diagnosed with a neurodevelopmental disorder and examined in relation to the type of services received, children’s clinical profile, and family variables. FQOL was related to types of services, children’s challenging behavior, parenting stress, and several aspects of family composition and status. These findings highlight a need for mental health support for parents, coaching interventions for challenging behaviors, and family-centered supports.
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Metagegevens
Titel
The Diagnostic Period for Autism: Risk and Protective Factors for Family Quality of Life in Early Childhood
Auteurs
Mélina Rivard
Diane Morin
Patrick Coulombe
Marjorie Morin
Catherine Mello
Publicatiedatum
02-08-2022
Uitgeverij
Springer US
Gepubliceerd in
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 10/2023
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-022-05686-w

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