Despite the large amount of research indicating that parenting adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is extremely stressful, little research has examined methods for supporting these families with positive thoughts. Parent support groups (PSGs) are one way to help parents of children with ASD cope with their stress, meet other parents and develop a sense of belonging. Previous literature has shown that parents of children with disabilities feel more knowledgeable, accepted and empowered when they are able to share their successes and struggles with parents who are in similar situations. The present study aimed to explore whether involvement in a PSG contributes to parents’ sense of belonging by creating a locus in which they can feel positive emotions and thoughts.

Enhancing sense of belonging for parents of adolescents with ASD: Design and assessment of a support group experience.

E. Ghedin
;
D. Aquario
;
S. Visentin
;
E. Zorzi
2019

Abstract

Despite the large amount of research indicating that parenting adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is extremely stressful, little research has examined methods for supporting these families with positive thoughts. Parent support groups (PSGs) are one way to help parents of children with ASD cope with their stress, meet other parents and develop a sense of belonging. Previous literature has shown that parents of children with disabilities feel more knowledgeable, accepted and empowered when they are able to share their successes and struggles with parents who are in similar situations. The present study aimed to explore whether involvement in a PSG contributes to parents’ sense of belonging by creating a locus in which they can feel positive emotions and thoughts.
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