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- Title
Exploring Psychosocial Distress in Caregivers of Children and Youth With Special Health Care Needs.
- Authors
Reaves, Régine Placide; De Oliveira, Giovanna; Martinez, Angel Johann Solorzano
- Abstract
Purpose: Caring for a child or youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) can be overwhelming. Parents and caregivers may experience psychosocial distress, such as depression, frustration, and hopelessness. The purpose of the current study was to gain further insight into families' perspectives on the psychosocial impacts of caring for CYSHCN to identify gaps in health care systems and strengthen systems of support. Method: A qualitative descriptive design was used in 16 parents and caregivers. Colaizzi's method of analysis and semi-structured interviews were used. Results: Six themes emerged from this study: (1) Stigma and Isolation, (2) Religion as a Coping Mechanism, (3) Financial Challenges, (4) Bearing the Burden, (5) Familial Denial, and (6) System-Related Concerns. Conclusion: Psychiatric–mental health nurses (PMHNs) are in a pivotal position to use their knowledge, skills, and experiences to guide families. PMHNs can also engage communities and enhance mental health promotion to break the stigma associated with having a CYSHCN. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 62(9), 37–46.]
- Subjects
CALIFORNIA; PSYCHOLOGICAL distress; CHILDREN with disabilities; QUALITATIVE research; RESEARCH funding; MEDICAL care; INTERVIEWING; STATISTICAL sampling; PARENT attitudes; NURSING; FAMILIES; JUDGMENT sampling; THEMATIC analysis; FRUSTRATION; RESEARCH methodology; DESPAIR; MEDICAL needs assessment; SOCIAL support; PSYCHIATRIC nursing; HEALTH promotion; CAREGIVER attitudes; SOCIAL stigma; MENTAL depression; ADOLESCENCE
- Publication
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing & Mental Health Services, 2024, Vol 62, Issue 9, p37
- ISSN
0279-3695
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3928/02793695-20240321-01