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Technology dependence and children: a review of the evidence

Andrea Cockett1

  • 1Florence Nightingale School of Nursing and Midwifery, King's College London. andrea.cockett@kcl.ac.uk

Nursing Children and Young People
|April 12, 2012
PubMed

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This review highlights the challenges faced by technology-dependent children, especially those requiring ventilators. Families experience social isolation, emotional strain, and financial difficulties while striving for normalcy.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Healthcare
  • Technology-Dependent Children
  • Family Caregiving

Background:

  • Extensive research exists on the needs of technology-dependent children.
  • Ventilator-dependent children, particularly in the UK, have been a focus of study.
  • Understanding the lived experiences of these children and their families is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing literature on technology-dependent children.
  • To focus on ventilator-dependent children and their unique challenges.
  • To identify the emotional, financial, and practical burdens on children and families.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing research.
  • Inclusion of perspectives from children and their parents.
  • Analysis of identified consequences for families.

Main Results:

  • Key consequences include striving for normalization and social isolation.
  • Families face significant emotional burdens associated with caregiving.
  • Financial and practical difficulties are prevalent, alongside the parenting-caring tension.

Conclusions:

  • Technology dependence profoundly impacts family dynamics and well-being.
  • Addressing the multifaceted needs of these families requires comprehensive support.
  • Balancing parenting and caregiving roles presents a significant challenge.

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