Family Coping Strategies in Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Integrative Review

Journal Title: International Scientific Research Organization Journal - Year 2016, Vol 1, Issue 9

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this study was to collect and evaluate scientific productions and integrate research results about challenges and coping strategies of families with people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Method: Through the integrative review, the data collection was performed using the descriptors "autistic disorder", "autism", "autistic disorder", and "family" in the databases SCIELO, BDENF, LILACS, PubMed and MEDLINE. Results: Four articles were selected for the final sample of this work. The main challenges identified by the families were the impact of the diagnosis and educational difficulties. Coping strategies used were social media, blogs creation, searching for different health professionals, family adaptability, looking for support in faith, and involvement in parents' associations. Conclusion: Few articles were found, which highlights the importance of the study in this topic and gives relevant information to facilitate health care and coaching of health professionals.

Authors and Affiliations

Cristiane Soares Campos, Juliana Pena Porto, Anna Cláudia Yokoyama dos Anjos

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Cristiane Soares Campos, Juliana Pena Porto, Anna Cláudia Yokoyama dos Anjos (2016). Family Coping Strategies in Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Integrative Review. International Scientific Research Organization Journal, 1(9), -. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-181342