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Haley C Adams1, Kimberly R Zlomke2, Kristina G Rossetti2
1Department of Psychology, University of South Alabama, 75 South University Blvd, UCOM 1000, Mobile, AL, 36608, USA. ha2021@jagmail.southalabama.edu.
Abstract:
Female caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often report higher levels of psychological distress related to increased levels of caregiver strain, as well as frequency and severity of child problem behaviors (CPB). However, despite reported distress, caregivers have also reported benefits. A sample of n = 259 female caregivers of children with ASD completed online surveys assessing CPB, caregiver strain, psychological distress, and benefit finding. Results suggest that objective caregiver strain is a significant mediator between CPB and caregiver distress. Benefit finding, however, was not found to be a significant moderator. These findings inform theoretical applications and provide implications for future research in the development of interventions to enhance functioning in female caregivers.
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