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Journal of Pediatric Psychology 23(2) pp. 99-109, 1998
© 1998 Society of Pediatric Psychology
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A Qualitative Study of Parent to Parent Support for Parents of Children With Special Needs
1Dartmouth College Chapel Hill, 2University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, 3University of California Santa Barbara, 4Parent to Parent of New Hampshire Lawrence, 5University of Kansas Lawrence
Objective: To examine qualitatively the experiences of parents participating In Parent to Parent programs. Method: Twenty-four parents of children with special needs, a subset of subjects in a larger quantitative study, participated in a semi-structured telephone interview to explore the Impact and meaning of being matched with a trained supporting parent.
Results: Qualitative analysis reveals a successful match is contingent upon creation of a "reliable ally" in the supporting parent, comprised of four main components: (1) perceived sameness, (2) situational comparisons that enable arning and growth, (3) round-the-clock availability of support, and (4) mutuality of support.
Conclusions: Parent to Parent support creates a community of similar others trained to listen and be supportive and provides an opportunity for matched parents to experience equality and mutuality in their relationship. Findings also identify the need for quality control In Parent to Parent programs and the importance of such programs as an adjunct to traditional professional services.
Key words: parental support; disabilities.
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