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Showing 1 to 20 of 32 for “"Parents of children with disabilities"”.
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The experiences of parents of children with disabilities
Parents of a child with a disability cope with greater demands than those living with a healthy child. The purpose of this qualitative study was to provide insights into the experiences of parents of children with disabilities. The research was located in the phenomenological framework. Seven …
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Matthew's Gift: Teaching Parents of Children With Disabilities To Deal Effectively With Their Child's Problem Behavior
… a unique collaboration between the State of Utah's Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) and Brigham Young University's Department of Counseling Psychology and Special Education (CPSE) and the Family Studies Center. Families with children with disabilities and problem …
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The experience of African American parents with the special education system : a review of literature
This study is a review of literature on the experiences of African American parents of children with disabilities in the special education system. The reviewed works span between 1990 and 2014, and the purpose of the review is to understand (a) the experiences of African American parents of …
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EXAMINING WORK-FAMILY CONFLICT AND PARENTING STRESS FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER THROUGH THE LENS OF BOUNDARY AND CONSERVATIONS OF RESOURCES THEORIES
<p>Understanding the challenges parents of children with disabilities face when seeking to balance work and family is a real concern; however, these challenges have not been well studied. Parents of children with disabilities experience excess challenges in the home domain as a result of their …
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Availability and Use of Social Support among Parents of School Children with Disabilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Social support, as a crucial resource for parents of children with disabilities, is defined as assistance in form of human endeavour such as material gain, emotional maturity, specialized trends, and access to information and pieces of advice that parents of children with disabilities obtain from …
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Social factors affecting enrollment of children with disabilities in primary Schools: A Case of Peri-Urban Primary Schools In Ilala District
… the social factors affecting enrollment of children with disabilities in Primary Schools. The research location was within Ilala Municipal in Dar Es Salaam Region. Data were gathered from a sample of 51 respondents involving the categories of parents of children with disabilities, …
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Parents' Perceptions of Communication Practices with School Professionals during Initial Years of Special Education Placement.
… education has evolved into a dominant area of education since first brought to the forefront. The reauthorization of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act updated and addressed many issues, including parental issues. Initially …
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The effects of parent training interventions on parental self-efficacy for parents with young children with an autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities : a systematic review
… worldwide is the need to improve the lives of those with disabilities through the effective development of interventions that can be carried out by non-specialists. Recent research has indicated that parent training interventions have shown to benefit both children with, and parents of …
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Strengthening Inclusion Through Parent Perspectives: A Qualitative Study in Alberta's Education System
… environments that address the diverse needs of learners. Strong parent-school partnerships can improve student outcomes. However, parents often encounter barriers that hinder their ability to engage effectively and advocate within the education system. This qualitative study involved …
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Effects of In-Home Positive Behavior Support Training on Parent Perceptions of Parent-Child Relationships and Maladaptive Behavior
This study investigated the effects of the positive behavior support program Family HOPE conducted in homes of families of children with disabilities. Graduate students conducted an 8-10 week collaborative method of training for parents of children with disabilities to reduce problem behaviors of …
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Stakeholders’ Perception on Implementation of Inclusive Education in Primary Schools in Kibaha Town Council
This research report focuses on the investigation of Stakeholders‟ Perception on Implementation of Inclusive Education in Primary Schools in Kibaha Town Council in Coast region in Tanzania. The study explored stakeholder‟s views on implementation of inclusive education, to find out practical …
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Support Group Design for Parents of Children with Severe Developmental Disabilities
Parents of children with severe developmental disabilities face a variety of unique circumstances as they raise a child who requires specialized care. Accessing the support of other parents of children with developmental disabilities can be a valuable external resource for managing the stress …
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Special Education Conflict Management at the School Building Level: A Multi-vocal Synthesis
… have analyzed the formal mechanisms associated with special education conflict such as the use of mediation and impartial hearings to resolve disputes. However, specific information regarding the management of special education conflict at the school level is in shorter supply. This study …
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A Discourse Analysis of Parents' and Teachers' Social Constructions of School Readiness and Transition to Kindergarten for Children With Disabilities
<p>This study examined parents’ and teachers’ social constructions of disability, school readiness, and the transition to kindergarten process for children with disabilities who participated in a self-contained preschool special education (SPED) class, called a special day class (SDC). The 12 …
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Toward a systematic evaluation of evaluating favorable conditions in a parent training program: The pursuit of happiness.
Research has shown that parents of children with disabilities, such as autism, experience significantly higher stress levels than parents of typically developing children. It has been suggested that parent education programs, in particular naturalistic communication training, will reduce parental …
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Inclusive education for children and young people with disabilities in Uzbekistan: The perspectives and experiences of key players
… thesis explored the educational conditions for children with disabilities in Uzbekistan and the current development stage of inclusive education there. Of particular interest was how various groups perceived and understood the concept of inclusive education, what they saw as the critical issues …
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The experience and wellbeing of parents’ activists in disability advocacy groups on the Maltese islands
This study explores the experiences and wellbeing of parents of persons with disabilities who advocate in parent-led groups in the Maltese Islands. Using thematic analysis of six semi-structured interviews with parents active in disability NGOs for the past two years, the findings indicate that …
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An analysis of the legal rights and responsibilities of Virginia public school educators
The purpose of this study was to examine and analyze federal and Virginia statutes along with selected state and federal court decisions which govern the legal rights and responsibilities of educators in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the areas of 1) liability; 2) terms of employment; 3) legal …
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