Navigating the terrain of caregiving of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities: importance of benefit finding and optimism

Paramjit Singh Jamir Singh (), Azlinda Azman (), Syazwani Drani, Mohd Iqbal Haqim Mohd Nor and Aznan Che Ahmad
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Paramjit Singh Jamir Singh: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Azlinda Azman: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Syazwani Drani: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Mohd Iqbal Haqim Mohd Nor: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Aznan Che Ahmad: Universiti Sains Malaysia

Palgrave Communications, 2023, vol. 10, issue 1, 1-7

Abstract: Abstract Empirical studies have indicated that benefit finding and optimism greatly help caregivers of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Specifically, it has been suggested that these two constructs serve as critical coping strategies for those engaged in the caregiving process. Here, a qualitative study was undertaken to explore the impacts of benefit finding and optimism on caregivers of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Malaysia. Twenty (20) caregivers of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities were interviewed concerning their perception and use of benefit finding and optimism. Results identified these strategies as supporting and guiding caregiving responsibilities and skills, improving personal growth, relationships and spirituality, as well as increasing positive perceptions. Therefore, policymakers and stakeholders in Malaysia should implement targeted interventions to facilitate and support caregivers in applying benefit-finding and optimism in their caregiving, thereby assisting them to better cope with the physical and mental demands of caring for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Date: 2023
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