PT Journal
AU Wu, J
   Liu, S
TI Research on family factors and support of children with cerebral palsy
SO Journal of Exceptional People
PY 2014
BP 21
EP 32
VL 3
IS 1
DE Family factors; Family support; School adjustment; Child characteristics
AB Families are not only the main living area for such children with cerebral palsy but also their most reliable spiritual home. During the long-term care process, family members, especially those main caregivers are under diverse great pressure, the primary aim of this study was to examine family factors and support strategies used. Data regarding situation of children with cerebral palsy and their family factors were obtained from patient records. Results indicated that family coping styles associate with family factors and spiritual support was among the family coping strategies used most often. Not surprisingly social support was used least often, caregivers tended to seek out internal support (e. g. support from the extended family). Findings suggest the necessity to target policy makers, community supports, and attitude towards family rehabilitation. In the long run, to meet diversified needs of the child and their families, it's necessary to provide support services for the aim of enhancing children and parents' self-help ability.
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