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Reasonable efforts for children with disabilities: the parents' perspective
1School of Social Welfare, University of Kansas, Lawrence 66045.
Social Work
|May 1, 1993
Summary
This study analyzed parent focus groups on children's special needs, revealing insights into crisis management and parent-professional dynamics. Findings inform targeted services and improved support systems for families facing challenges.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Developmental Psychology
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Parental perspectives are crucial for understanding the needs of children with disabilities and complex health conditions.
- Effective parent-professional relationships are vital for navigating the challenges associated with developmental disabilities and emotional disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze parent focus group discussions concerning children with developmental disabilities, emotional disorders, and technology-supported needs.
- To explore parental views on special needs, crisis situations, and interactions with professionals.
- To derive implications for policy and practice aimed at enhancing support for these families.
Main Methods:
- Content analysis of transcripts from focus group interviews with parents.
- Qualitative analysis of expressed perspectives on key themes.
Main Results:
- Identified key parental concerns regarding special needs services and crisis management.
- Highlighted the importance of parent-professional relationships in accessing and utilizing support.
- Revealed specific areas for systemic improvement based on parental feedback.
Conclusions:
- Findings underscore the need for targeted services tailored to the unique needs of children with developmental disabilities and emotional disorders.
- Recommendations include enhanced monitoring of program values and staff, and strategies to mitigate system-induced crises for families.
- Emphasizes the critical role of collaborative parent-professional partnerships in improving outcomes.