The positive impact of children with an intellectual disability on the family.

The positive impact of children with an intellectual disability on the family.

Stainton Tim; Besser H

Journal Of Intellectual & Developmental Disability

1998

Female; Male; Parents; Family Relations; Longitudinal Studies; Human; <25-70+ yr old parents; Disorders; family life; positive impacts of children with disabilities; Positivism

This paper reports the findings of a qualitative study on the positive impacts of children with an intellectual disability on their families. The study identified nine core themes: source of joy and happiness; increased sense of purpose and priorities; expanded personal and social networks and community involvement; increased spirituality; source of family unity and closeness; increased tolerance and understanding; personal growth and strength; positive impacts on others/community. In addition to the positive impacts, the study identified a high degree of negative interaction with professionals. Implications for policy, practice and research are discussed. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2007 APA, all rights reserved) (journal abstract)

1998

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