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I-Ting Hwang1, Jessica M Kramer2, Ellen S Cohn1
1Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Qualitative Health Research
|June 23, 2020
Summary
Asian immigrant parents in the U.S. navigate complex roles supporting children with developmental disabilities. Acculturation and system factors shape their experiences, influencing strategies to help their child thrive.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Sociology of Health
- Immigrant Studies
Background:
- Asian immigrant parents face unique challenges in accessing services for children with developmental disabilities.
- Understanding parental role enactment is crucial for effective support systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how Asian immigrant parents in the U.S. enact their perceived parental role.
- To examine the influence of cultural and systemic factors on parental role enactment for children with developmental disabilities.
Main Methods:
- A meta-synthesis of 11 qualitative studies was conducted.
- Thematic analysis and constant comparative approach were employed, informed by role and acculturation theories.
Main Results:
- Parents perceive a multifaceted role, influenced by individual and system factors.
- Coping strategies are used to manage role dissatisfaction.
- Acculturation shapes an evolving parental role, aiming for the child's thriving.
Conclusions:
- Findings highlight the dynamic nature of parental role enactment for Asian immigrants.
- Culturally safe environments are essential to support these parents.
- Implications for practitioners and researchers to improve service delivery and support.
Keywords:
United Statesacculturationcaregiversculturedevelopmental disabilityfamilieshealth care disparitiesimmigrantsmeta-synthesisparentingqualitativerehabilitationtheory developmenttrustMore Related Videos
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