Stress and Adaptation in Mothers of Children With Cerebral Palsy

Abstract

Mothers of children with cerebral palsy may be at risk for depression. Interventions that take into account the moderating effects of social support may increase maternal adaptation.

Impact of Stress on Students Academic Performance at Secondary School Level at District Vehari

“…Many different things can cause physical stress, such as fear of something dangerous or emotional, such as concern about your family or work and a poor outcome in the study. This is a reaction to things around you that cause stress (Manuel et al, 2003). It is important to note that stress can have both negative and positive impact on students.…”

The mental health of Australian mothers and fathers of young children at risk of disability

“…cancer, epilepsy). [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11] Elevated rates have been reported across a range of social and cultural contexts including minority ethnic communities in high-income economies 4,7,12 and majority ethnic communities in middle-income economies. 1,13,14 The association between child disability and maternal distress is of particular concern as maternal mental health has been identified as a significant public health issue because of its association with well-being, health and role functioning, including less-thanoptimal parenting practices associated with poorer child outcomes.…”

“…These include: child factors such as age, gender, type of disability, caregiving 'burden', the presence of externalising behaviour problems and emotional disorders; parental factors such as personality traits and coping styles; and social factors such as marital harmony, social support and socio-economic position. [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10]12,13,22,23 While relatively extensive, the existing literature is flawed on three counts. First, the majority of studies are based on small, unrepresentative convenience samples.…”

The causes and implications of obstetric malpractice

“…A study by the United States' Centers for Disease Prevention, and Control (CDC) reveals that average lifetime costs per person were estimated at $1,014,000 for persons with mental retardation, $921,000 for persons with cerebral palsy, $383,000 for persons with hearing loss, and $601,000 for persons in vision impairment," [26] an amount in which does not include out-of-pocket expenditures, emergency room visits, lost wages of family members caring for those with the disability, and psychosocial effects. Caring for a child with disability as a result of obstetric injuries had also taken an emotional, physical and psychological toll on the family, [27], [28] especially the mother of the inflicted child [29], [30]. The frequency of obstetric malpractice and injuries had also affected the community at large whereby part of the cost of caring for a child inflicted with obstetric injury is assumed by the community through institutions, government bodies, community-based and charity organizations dedicated to provide support for the welfare of children with disabilities.…”