Perceived Social Support, Psychological Well-Being and Life Satisfaction of Parents Dealing with Special Needs Children
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This study examined how the psychological well-being and life satisfaction of parents of children with special needs are affected by their perceived social support. This study used a quantitative technique and a correlational research strategy. Data from the targeted group, including parents of children with special needs in Abbottabad and Bannu, were collected using a survey approach. The sample was designed using a purposive sampling technique. Along with demographic information, data were collected on the self-reported measures, including Ryff's Psychological Well-being Scale, Multi-dimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, and Satisfaction with Life Scale. The study results showed that life satisfaction, psychological well-being, and perceived social support were all positively correlated. Linear regression analysis was used to examine the factors influencing perceived social support. The findings also revealed that life satisfaction and psychological well-being positively correlate with perceived social support. The results also publicised significant gender-based group differences. In addition to the study's limitations, these findings could develop support networks, policy advocacy, and access to mental health care services, encouraging community engagement, training professionals, utilisation of technology, education, and training programs for parents with special children.
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Life satisfaction, Perceived social support, Psychological well-being, Special needs children, Support networkReferences
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