“We are in this together”: Experiences of relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder

Sim, Angela; Cordier, Reinie; Vaz, Sharmila; Falkmer, Torbjörn

doi:10.1016/j.rasd.2018.11.011

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“…Failure to observe moderation effects in the current study might be explained, at least to some degree, by the kinds of benefits caregivers are finding. That is, caregivers typically report finding benefits such as greater compassion and empathy, and deeper appreciation for life and loves ones, and greater family cohesion (Hillman & Anderson, 2019;Sim et al, 2019). In previous studies with caregivers of children with ASD, and in the current study, finding these kinds of benefits was associated with lower depressive symptomology (Bekhet et al, 2012;Cheshire et al, 2012).…”

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“…The adaptive psychological effects of benefit finding, which refers to finding positive consequences (i.e., benefits) amidst stressful life experiences, have also been observed in the context of caring for a child with ASD. Indeed, alongside the demands and challenges, caregivers of children with ASD regularly find benefits in their role, and these often include increased feelings of relationship satisfaction, greater appreciation for life and loved ones, and greater feelings of empathy and compassion (Bekhet et al, 2017;Hillman & Anderson, 2019l;Sim et al, 2019).…”

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Exploring the Moderating Role of Benefit Finding on the Relationship Between Child Problematic Behaviours and Psychological Distress in Caregivers of Children with ASD

Lovell

Wetherell

2019

J Autism Dev Disord

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Exploring the Moderating Role of Benefit Finding on the Relationship Between Child Problematic Behaviours and Psychological Distress in Caregivers of Children with ASD

Lovell

Wetherell

2019

J Autism Dev Disord

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“…The focus on resilience (rather than the absence of negative outcomes) is important because it emphasizes the family’s potential to adapt and thrive. Having a child with ASD in the family confers risk but can also provide growth fostering opportunities for the family (Altiere & von kluge, 2009; Myers et al, 2009; Sim et al, 2019), especially with adequate and appropriate supports. Our hypothesis that satisfaction with informal supports would significantly predict overall family resilience as well as the various domains of family resilience, after controlling for important demographic factors and child behavioural problems, was partially supported.…”

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Satisfaction with informal supports predicts resilience in families of children with autism spectrum disorder

Fong

Gardiner

Iarocci

2020

Autism

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The current study examined the role of informal supports in predicting resilience among families of children with autism spectrum disorder. Participants included 153 caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder, who were between the ages of 2 and 18 years ( M = 10.45; SD = 4.32). Caregivers completed a measure of satisfaction with informal supports as well as the Family Resilience Assessment Scale-autism spectrum disorder. After controlling for demographic factors and child behavioural problems, regression analyses revealed that satisfaction with informal supports significantly predicted family resilience. The findings highlight the importance of specifically strengthening informal support networks when providing services and interventions to families of children with autism spectrum disorder to foster the family’s resilience. Lay abstract The study of resilience among individuals with disabilities and their families represents a paradigmatic shift from a deficits orientation towards a more holistic and contextualized approach focused on strength and adaptation. The current study investigated whether informal supports could help improve families’ capacity for resilience. We recruited 153 caregivers of children aged between 2 and 18 years who all had a diagnosis of autism. Participants were asked to complete surveys assessing resilience in their families as well as their satisfaction with informal supports (e.g. friends and family). Families more likely to report higher satisfaction with their informal support networks demonstrate greater resilience. The results suggest that informal social supports are a valuable resource for families in strengthening their capacity for resilience. The findings may help inform the development of interventions and services that work collaboratively and innovatively with families and their social networks to provide assistance and support in meaningful and effective ways.

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“…Данный метод позволил получить представления о жизненном опыте супружеских взаимоотношений и способствовал более глубокому пониманию удовлетворенности взаимоотношениями в парах. В результате, были выделены три основные темы, которые согласуются со структурой жизнеспособности семьи, разработанной Ф. Уолш: 1) общие убеждения супругов (принятие; оптимизм; экзистенциальный смысл); 2) работа в команде (забота о семье; забота о себе; общая направленность на развитие отношений); 3) совместный опыт супругов (коммуникация; юмор; эмоциональная поддержка) [42].…”

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Family resilience in stressful situations of disability in foreign studies

Odintsova

Gusarova

Айсмонтас

2020

Современная Зарубежная Психология

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A review of foreign studies reflecting the problems of family resilience in the modern world is presented. Special emphasis is placed on studies of family resilience in stressful situations of disability of family members. It is shown that resilience of families having stressful experience of disability includes: 1) a system of family beliefs based on a positive outlook that contribute both to self-recovery after a traumatic experience and acceptance of their vulnerability; 2) patterns of family reactions to diseases allowing them to find life meaning in caring, and respond effectively to challenges of diseases, use adaptive capabilities to counteract violations, and organize themselves; 3) family communication skills and activity in problem solving; 4) family connectedness and flexibility, effective use of external support from social and non-government organizations. The family resilience construct is considered through closely related concepts of individual, family, and social resilience.

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“We are in this together”: Experiences of relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder

Cited by 22 publications

References 76 publications

Exploring the Moderating Role of Benefit Finding on the Relationship Between Child Problematic Behaviours and Psychological Distress in Caregivers of Children with ASD

Exploring the Moderating Role of Benefit Finding on the Relationship Between Child Problematic Behaviours and Psychological Distress in Caregivers of Children with ASD

Satisfaction with informal supports predicts resilience in families of children with autism spectrum disorder

Family resilience in stressful situations of disability in foreign studies

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