ERIC Number: EJ1382546
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023-Jul
Pages: 13
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ISSN: ISSN-1362-3613
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A Preliminary Exploration of Different Coping Strategies Used by Korean Immigrant Parents of Autistic Children in High versus Low Family Quality of Life Ratings
Fong, Vanessa C.; Shim, Jennifer; Yoon, Andy; Lee, Bo Sang; Iarocci, Grace
Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, v27 n5 p1307-1319 Jul 2023
The experiences of coping in parents of autistic children have been extensively studied in the literature. While this research has identified both effective and ineffective coping strategies used by caregivers, no studies to date have examined how coping strategies used by parents might be linked to family quality of life outcomes. Furthermore, few studies exist examining both coping strategies and family quality of life in culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Thus, this study aimed to address both limitations. A total of 12 Korean immigrant parents of autistic children, 6 representing the high family quality of life group and 6 representing the low family quality of life group, shared their experiences related to coping and managing stress. Responses fell under three broad categories (problem-focused, emotion-focused, and adjustment-focused) with differences observed when comparing the high versus low family quality of life groups. A better understanding of the link between coping strategies and family quality of life outcomes may help identify effective and culturally sensitive supports for caregivers and families to improve their quality of life and well-being.
Descriptors: Immigrants, Parent Attitudes, Coping, Quality of Life, Stress Management, Parents, Cultural Influences, Family Life, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Foreign Countries, Parent Child Relationship, Children, Adults
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