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Publication Date: 2021-Jul
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End-User Perspectives on the Development of an Online Intervention for Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum
Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, v25 n5 p1234-1245 Jul 2021
Strong evidence suggests that parents of children on the autism spectrum face increased stressors to their physical and mental wellbeing due to the demands of caregiving and paucity of support. The disparity between the services currently offered and unmet needs indicates that accessible and flexible support through online delivery is needed for parents. This study presents the ideas and perspectives collected from five focus groups of 17 parents of autistic children, on the optimal content and implementation strategy of an online intervention. Using thematic framework analysis, we derived themes under the categories: the need for online interventions; content and design; and implementation. Parents supported the development of a multicomponent online intervention which combines psychoeducation with peer-support and access to healthcare professionals.
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Intervention, Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Stress Variables, Child Rearing, Well Being, Course Content, Program Design, Program Implementation, Program Development, Psychoeducational Methods, Peer Influence, Allied Health Personnel, Foreign Countries, Social Support Groups, Computer Mediated Communication, Parent Education, Online Courses
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (London); United Kingdom (England)
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