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Karima Bendahhou1, Zineb Serhier2,3, Samir Diouny4
1Epidemiology and Public Health/Cancer, Casablanca Cancer Registry, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, MAR.
Cureus
|June 19, 2023
Summary
Moroccan parents exhibit high levels of "protect" and "monitor" behaviors towards children's chronic pain. These responses, while potentially well-intentioned, may negatively impact children's well-being and require targeted support.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Psychology
- Pain Management
Background:
- Chronic pain in children is a significant health concern.
- Parental responses can influence a child's pain experience and outcomes.
- Understanding cultural contexts of parental behavior is crucial for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the behavioral responses of Moroccan parents towards their children's chronic pain.
- To assess parental behaviors using the Adult Responses to Children's Symptoms (ARCS) scale.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study involving 100 parents of children with chronic pain.
- Utilized an Arabic version of the ARCS scale to measure parental behavior dimensions.
- Analyzed data using t-tests, ANOVA, and correlation coefficients.
Main Results:
- Parents scored highest on the "Monitor" (82.1) and "Protect" (70.8) dimensions of the ARCS.
- The "Minimize" dimension showed the lowest mean score (41.4).
- Parental behavior was not significantly associated with child or pain characteristics; no gender differences were observed.
Conclusions:
- Moroccan parents display high "protect" and "monitor" behaviors, which can adversely affect children's somatic symptoms, functional disability, and anxiety.
- Intervention strategies should support both children and parents in managing chronic pain and associated behaviors.
- Culturally sensitive support is essential for improving outcomes in pediatric chronic pain.
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