BARRIERS FACING MOTHERS HAVING CHILDREN WITH CEREBRAL PALSY

Document Type : Research articles

Authors

1 Nurse Supervisor, El-Gomhorya Public Hospital, Health Affairs Directorate, Alexandria University, Egypt

2 Professor, Pediatric Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University, Egypt.

3 Assist Professor, Pediatric Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University, Egypt.

Abstract

Abstract
Background: Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a series of conditions that affect children's mobility, balance,
and posture, and it is the most typical motor impairment in children, Children with CP have long-term
care requirements that are different and exceed the usual needs of typical children. They are
dependent on their mothers for their daily assistance so mothers who care for children with CP
confront several barriers. Aim: the study was aimed to identify the barriers facing mothers having
children with cerebral palsy. Research design: A descriptive research design was used. Settings: This
study was conducted at the physiotherapy unit at El-Raml and El-Anfoshy Children's Hospital.
Subjects: A convenient sample of 200 mothers having children with cerebral palsy. Tools: Two tools
were used for data collection: Characteristics of Mothers and Children Structured Interview Schedule,
and Barriers Facing Mothers Having Children with Cerebral Palsy Structured Interview Schedule.
Results: Regarding the overall score of barriers the financial and social barriers are the highest
percent scores followed by physical and psychological barriers. Conclusion: The findings of the
present study concluded that mothers of children with cerebral palsy were confronted with multiple
barriers that had an impact on their lives and children. Financial and social barriers are the highest
percent score followed by physical and psychological barriers. Recommendation: provided
educational program that support mothers of children with cerebral palsy

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Alexandria Scientific Nursing Journal
Volume 27, Issue 1
March 2025
Pages 256-267

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