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Inclusive Socialization? The Relationships between Parents' and Their Child's Attitudes toward Students with
Sara Santilli1, Maria Cristina Ginevra1, Moshe Israelashvili2
1Department of Philosophy, Sociology, Education, and Applied Psychology, University of Padova, 35131 Padova, Italy.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|December 23, 2022
Summary
Parental attitudes towards children with disabilities significantly influence their children's own attitudes, fostering better social inclusion and well-being. This research highlights the importance of family perspectives in supporting children with disabilities.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Disability Studies
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- Social and school inclusion are linked to health-related quality of life for children with disabilities.
- Understanding attitudes towards disabilities is crucial for promoting inclusion and well-being.
- This study investigates the role of parental and child attitudes in the context of various disabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the connection between parents' and children's attitudes toward disabilities.
- To examine attitudes towards children with sensory disabilities (hearing), intellectual disabilities (Down syndrome), and behavioral problems.
- To identify factors influencing children's attitudes towards peers with disabilities.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 598 Italian elementary school students (ages 6-11) participated.
- The study assessed attitudes towards three types of disabilities: sensory, intellectual, and behavioral.
- Statistical analysis was used to determine the relationship between parental and child attitudes.
Main Results:
- A significant association was found between parental attitudes and children's attitudes toward disabilities.
- Children's attitudes were more influenced by the general parental attitude towards students with disabilities than by individual parent attitudes.
- The study identified specific patterns in attitudes across different disability types.
Conclusions:
- Parental attitudes play a critical role in shaping children's perceptions and acceptance of disabilities.
- Interventions aimed at improving inclusion should consider family dynamics and parental attitudes.
- Findings offer insights for developing targeted educational and psychological strategies to foster inclusive environments.
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