A Qualitative Exploration of Mother^s experience in Caring Children With Autism
1st Septian Andriyani1, 2nd Irma Darmawati,3 Upik Rahmi

Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

Abstract

Background:Being a mother of autistic children is a difficult task. In infancy and early adolescence, autism spectrum disorder exists, causing delays in many fundamental areas of development, such as learning to speak, play, and connect with others. Aims:This study aims to describe the experience of mothers in caring children with autism. Settings and Design:This study was narrative qualitative research. Methods and Material:Data were collected using semi-structured interviews conducted with five mothers who have an autism child in Bandung ages 6-14 years. Statistical analysis used:Data were analyzed by the content analysis approach Results:3 themes were identified : First time catching their children have autism, Autism parenting, Speech development before therapy. Conclusions:Mothers tried their best effort in caring children with autism. Mothers play important roles in parenting and the development of their children. Another family member needs to support physically and psychologically for a mother who raises a child with autism

Keywords: Autism, Experience, Mother

Topic: Nursing and Public Health