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Children with Intellectual Disabilities: Impact on the Well-Being of Primary Caregivers |
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| Creator | Sipho Sibanda |
| Title | Children with Intellectual Disabilities: Impact on the Well-Being of Primary Caregivers |
| Contributor | Helen Nkechi Greg-Agbo, Daniel Doh |
| Publisher | Faculty of Social Administration, Thammasat University |
| Publication Year | 2568 |
| Journal Title | Journal of Social Policy, Social Change and Development |
| Journal Vol. | 3 |
| Journal No. | 2 |
| Page no. | 1-19 |
| Keyword | Children, Early intervention, Intellectual disability, Well-being |
| URL Website | https://so10.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/journalspsd/issue/view/225 |
| Website title | Journal of Social Policy, Social Change and Development |
| ISSN | 2985-0800 |
| Abstract | Caregivers of children with intellectual disabilities experience mental, psychological, and social challenges, yet relatively limited research has examined these effects on their health and well-being. This paper adopts a literature review approach to gather information from peer-reviewed journals, online books, and reports from the last ten years. A total of 32 literature sources met the inclusion criteria. Research evidence shows the impact of early childhood intervention on the mental, psychological, and social well-being of primary caregivers of children with intellectual disabilities. The successful strategies to enhance caregiver well-being include early intervention programs that incorporate stress management, counselling, mental health support services, workplace flexibility, and financial support initiatives for caregivers. The findings indicate that caregiver well-being is a critical factor in the effectiveness of interventions for children with intellectual disabilities. It is recommended that policies and programs that support family-centered early interventions be designed. |
