Emotional and behavioral problems in children with autism spectrum disorder and psychological distress in their parents in Saudi Arabia: The moderating effect of marital relationship satisfaction

Khusaifan, Shatha Jamil; Keshky, Mogeda El Sayed El

doi:10.1016/j.pedn.2022.03.015

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“…In Qatar specifically, Kheir et al (2012) found that parents of children with autism had similar mental health scores as parents of NT children, but their health‐related quality of life scores were significantly lower. Although we were unable to find research examining the impact on parents' relationship satisfaction, a study of parents of children with autism in Saudi Arabia found that greater relationship satisfaction promoted better well‐being, which suggests this is an important aspect of well‐being to explore further (Khusaifan & El Keshky, 2022). For parents in Arab countries a variety of factors were associated with decreased well‐being including child behavior problems (Obeid & Daou, 2015), child age (Khusaifan & El Keshky, 2021), parent age and income (Dardas & Ahmad, 2014), and discrimination and stigma (Dababnah & Parish, 2013).…”

Section: Parenting Children With Autismmentioning

confidence: 93%

“…Another study of Palestinian parents of children with autism found parents struggled with the financial needs associated with their child's diagnosis and reported being worried about finding resources for their child (Dababnah & Parish, 2013). A recently published quantitative study in Saudi Arabia found that higher levels of unmet needs were associated with greater anxiety symptoms for parents of children with autism (Khusaifan & El Keshky, 2022). Based on previous research examining well-being in parents of children with autism, the current study examined the extent to which levels of unmet needs were associated with several aspects of parent well-being, including parent stress, life satisfaction, and relationship satisfaction.…”

Section: Factors Associated With Unmet Needsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Factors associated with the unmet needs of parents of children with autism in Qatar

Ekas,

Badahbah,

Abdelmoneium

2023

Family Relations

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ObjectiveThe current study examined whether the unmet needs of parents of children with autism in Qatar predicted parent well‐being and whether sociodemographic factors and child characteristics were associated with parental unmet needs.BackgroundParents of children with autism have unmet needs that may negatively impact family members. There is little research examining unmet needs outside Europe or North America.MethodParticipants of this cross‐sectional, correlational study were 41 parents of a child with autism residing in Qatar. Parents completed surveys in Arabic about their sociodemographic characteristics, their unmet needs, their well‐being, social support, and their child's behavior.ResultsRegression analyses were performed to test the research questions. Greater unmet needs were a significant predictor of life satisfaction. Child behavior problems were a significant predictor of unmet needs, namely the need for family support and help explaining their child's diagnosis to others.ConclusionsThe findings suggest that the unmet needs of parents of children with autism are negatively associated with life satisfaction and are heightened in families where children have more behavior problems.ImplicationsThe Qatar government developed a national plan for autism and our results underscore the need to implement programs to support families of children with autism. An important first step is to ensure that developmentally appropriate information is provided to families and to facilitate connections between families and other stakeholders (e.g., other parents and service providers) in their community.

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Section: Parenting Children With Autismmentioning

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Section: Factors Associated With Unmet Needsmentioning

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Factors associated with the unmet needs of parents of children with autism in Qatar

Ekas,

Badahbah,

Abdelmoneium

2023

Family Relations

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“…A systematic review by Desquenne Godfrey et al (2024) found that families of children with ASD experience more problematic general family functioning and less satisfaction compared to families with typically developing children. Parents of children with ASD typically experience higher levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and caregiver burden than other parents (Bonis 2016;Bozkurt et al 2019;Khusaifan and El Keshky 2022). In addition, studies have shown that parents of children with ASD use more inefficient coping strategies (Vernhet et al 2019) and report lower parental competence (Mohammadi et al 2019).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The dyadic relationship provides a stage for spouses to support each other through the unique challenges of raising a child with ASD (Brien-Bérard and des Rivières-Pigeon 2023). This spousal support can play a protective role, as relationship satisfaction has been found to moderate the impact of emotional and behavioral difficulties in children with ASD on parental anxiety levels (Khusaifan and El Keshky 2022;Jose et al 2021).…”

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Exploring Marital Quality in Parents of Children with Autism: Identifying Barriers and Facilitators

Gur,

Golan Bayazy

2024

Social Sciences

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The current study aims to examine the factors that facilitate or act as barriers to the marital relationships of parents of children with ASD. In total, 150 parents of children with ASD participated in this study. An online qualitative survey tool was utilized to collect data, which were subsequently subjected to thematic analysis. Through qualitative analysis, three major themes emerged: (1) Psychological and Emotional Experiences, (2) Sense of Partnership, and (3) The Rich get Richer, including sub-themes such as formal support systems, a strong marital relationship prior to ASD diagnosis, and limited family resources. The findings suggest that elements of the marital relationship can serve as valuable resources for parents of children with ASD in coping with the challenges of parenthood. Conversely, the study highlights certain factors that act as barriers to the marital relationship.

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“…In a study by Almansour involving 100 participants (50 parents of children with ASD and 50 parents of neurotypical children as a control group), parents with autistic children exhibited higher levels of depression and anxiety than the control group [4]. However, other research has shown that parents reporting higher satisfaction in their relationships experience less anxiety, positively influencing their child's emotional and behavioral outcomes [5]. Concerning income, Alshaigi et al reported that a majority (85.7%) of caregivers felt their income was inadequate.…”

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Factors Influencing the Lives of Parents of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder in Saudi Arabia: A Comprehensive Review

Alkhonezan,

Alshayea

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder globally, presenting with core deficits in social interaction, repetitive behaviors, and communication abilities. This systematic review examined the factors influencing parents' experiences raising children with ASD in Saudi Arabia. Derived from a pool of 14 studies, eight were selected based on their focus on the impact of autism on family life. Results showed that mothers of children with ASD frequently reported heightened anxiety, selfstigmatization, and diminished quality of life. The quality of the parents' marital relationship and the caregiver's sex played crucial roles in determining emotional and behavioral outcomes in children with ASD. Additionally, societal reactions, feelings of embarrassment within families, and access to resources significantly influenced caregivers' experiences. Financial strains were common, with income inconsistencies affecting perceived quality of life. The severity of ASD and its duration also emerged as pivotal factors affecting families. Furthermore, the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic intensified stress levels among parents, particularly mothers, emphasizing the need for psychological support. Our review findings highlight the importance of enhanced social support and recognition of stressed parents with autistic children in healthcare settings.

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Emotional and behavioral problems in children with autism spectrum disorder and psychological distress in their parents in Saudi Arabia: The moderating effect of marital relationship satisfaction

Cited by 6 publications

References 56 publications

Factors associated with the unmet needs of parents of children with autism in Qatar

Factors associated with the unmet needs of parents of children with autism in Qatar

Exploring Marital Quality in Parents of Children with Autism: Identifying Barriers and Facilitators

Factors Influencing the Lives of Parents of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder in Saudi Arabia: A Comprehensive Review

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