Stress and coping in families of children with myelomeningocele.
This pilot study examined differences in and relationships between parent health-related stressors (child care needs and parental concerns), daily hassles, and coping strategies of 17 mothers and 17 fathers of preschool and school-age children with myelomeningocele (MMC). Help related to play was the most frequent need among mothers; fathers needed the most help with school activities. Among the greatest concerns of both parents were their child's future and sufficient income. Too many things to do was a frequently mentioned hassle by both parents. Having faith in God was the coping strategy mentioned most often by both parents.
Samuelson
J J
JJ
Department of Ambulatory and Specialty Nursing, Bryan Memorial Hospital, Lincoln, NE.
Foltz
J
J
Foxall
M J
MJ
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005220:Fathers / Q000523:psychology*; D005260:Female; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008591:Meningomyelocele / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D009035:Mothers / Q000523:psychology*; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D013315:Stress, Psychological / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000523:psychology*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires