Common Factors Contributing to the Adjustment Process of Mothers of Children Diagnosed With Down Syndrome: A Qualitative Study
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-3-2017
Abstract
Grounded theory analysis was used to identify common factors that contributed to the adjustment process of mothers following their child’s diagnosis of Down syndrome, and how they ultimately arrived at new perspectives of the diagnosis. Qualitative interviews were conducted and participant narratives were filled with references of: “shock and fear,” “not-knowing,” being negatively impacted by professionals, and encouragement they received from others. The final model included: initial reactions, barriers and buffers, and acquiring a new perspective. Mothers emphasized the benefits of raising a child with an extra chromosome and ultimately experiencing personal “growth” on this parenting journey. Implications for providers who interface with families living with children of Down syndrome were presented.
Publication Title
Journal of Family Psychotherapy
First Page Number
193
Last Page Number
204
DOI
10.1080/08975353.2017.1291238
Recommended Citation
Korkow-Moradi, Hannah; Kim, Hye Jin; and Springer, Nicole P., "Common Factors Contributing to the Adjustment Process of Mothers of Children Diagnosed With Down Syndrome: A Qualitative Study" (2017). Kean Publications. 1598.
https://digitalcommons.kean.edu/keanpublications/1598