Relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review of the literature / Angela SIM in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 31 (November 2016)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 31 (November 2016) . - p.30-52 Titre : Relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review of the literature Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Angela SIM, Auteur ; Reinie CORDIER, Auteur ; Sharmila VAZ, Auteur ; Torbjörn FALKMER, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.30-52 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Appraisal  Challenging behaviours  Parent stress  Psychological wellbeing  Social support Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : AbstractBackground Couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face challenges that may impact on their relationship. The purpose of this review was to compare relationship satisfaction in couples raising children with and without ASD and to identify factors associated with satisfaction in couples with a child with ASD. Methods Thirteen databases were searched and studies were systematically screened against predetermined inclusion criteria. Twenty six articles, ranging from good to strong methodological quality, met the criteria for inclusion. Of these, seven were included in a meta-analysis comparing relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with ASD with couples raising children without disabilities. Results The meta-analysis showed that couples raising a child with ASD were found to experience less relationship satisfaction than couples raising a child without a disability (Hedges’s g = 0.41, p < 0.001); however, evidence from the narrative synthesis was mixed when compared with couples raising children with other disabilities. The most consistent evidence implicated challenging child behaviours, parental stress and poor psychological wellbeing as risk factors, and positive cognitive appraisal and social support as protective factors. Conclusion Findings demonstrate that couples raising a child with ASD would benefit from support to assist them in maintaining satisfaction in their relationship with their partner. However, further studies are needed to gain a greater understanding of the risk and protective factors and how these co-vary with relationship satisfaction over time. A theoretical framework has been developed to scaffold future research. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2016.07.004 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=295 [article] Relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review of the literature [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Angela SIM, Auteur ; Reinie CORDIER, Auteur ; Sharmila VAZ, Auteur ; Torbjörn FALKMER, Auteur . - p.30-52. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 31 (November 2016) . - p.30-52 Mots-clés : Appraisal  Challenging behaviours  Parent stress  Psychological wellbeing  Social support Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : AbstractBackground Couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face challenges that may impact on their relationship. The purpose of this review was to compare relationship satisfaction in couples raising children with and without ASD and to identify factors associated with satisfaction in couples with a child with ASD. Methods Thirteen databases were searched and studies were systematically screened against predetermined inclusion criteria. Twenty six articles, ranging from good to strong methodological quality, met the criteria for inclusion. Of these, seven were included in a meta-analysis comparing relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with ASD with couples raising children without disabilities. Results The meta-analysis showed that couples raising a child with ASD were found to experience less relationship satisfaction than couples raising a child without a disability (Hedges’s g = 0.41, p < 0.001); however, evidence from the narrative synthesis was mixed when compared with couples raising children with other disabilities. The most consistent evidence implicated challenging child behaviours, parental stress and poor psychological wellbeing as risk factors, and positive cognitive appraisal and social support as protective factors. Conclusion Findings demonstrate that couples raising a child with ASD would benefit from support to assist them in maintaining satisfaction in their relationship with their partner. However, further studies are needed to gain a greater understanding of the risk and protective factors and how these co-vary with relationship satisfaction over time. A theoretical framework has been developed to scaffold future research. En ligne : http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2016.07.004 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=295

Viewpoints on what is important to maintain relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder / Angela SIM in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 65 (September 2019)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 65 (September 2019) . - p.1-13 Titre : Viewpoints on what is important to maintain relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Angela SIM, Auteur ; Sofi FRISTEDT, Auteur ; Reinie CORDIER, Auteur ; Sharmila VAZ, Auteur ; Rebecca KUZMINSKI, Auteur ; Torbjörn FALKMER, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.1-13 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Conflict resolution  Communication  Dyadic coping  Marriage  Partnership  Strengths  Teamwork Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Despite the challenges associated with raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), many couples maintain satisfying relationships. However, it is not clear which factors couples prioritise as most important to this positive adaptation. Methods This study used Q-methodology to explore the viewpoints on factors most important to maintaining relationship satisfaction from the perspective of those experiencing it. Data from 43 caregivers raising a child with ASD were analysed using by-person varimax rotation factor analysis. Results Two key viewpoints were identified: 1) Building effective communication through openness, honesty and conflict resolution, and 2) Building a strong partnership by sharing parenting responsibilities. Conclusion Couples should be supported to strengthen communication processes and work in partnership to raise their child with ASD through family-centred interventions aimed at promoting relationship satisfaction. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2019.04.008 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=401 [article] Viewpoints on what is important to maintain relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Angela SIM, Auteur ; Sofi FRISTEDT, Auteur ; Reinie CORDIER, Auteur ; Sharmila VAZ, Auteur ; Rebecca KUZMINSKI, Auteur ; Torbjörn FALKMER, Auteur . - p.1-13. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 65 (September 2019) . - p.1-13 Mots-clés : Conflict resolution  Communication  Dyadic coping  Marriage  Partnership  Strengths  Teamwork Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Despite the challenges associated with raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), many couples maintain satisfying relationships. However, it is not clear which factors couples prioritise as most important to this positive adaptation. Methods This study used Q-methodology to explore the viewpoints on factors most important to maintaining relationship satisfaction from the perspective of those experiencing it. Data from 43 caregivers raising a child with ASD were analysed using by-person varimax rotation factor analysis. Results Two key viewpoints were identified: 1) Building effective communication through openness, honesty and conflict resolution, and 2) Building a strong partnership by sharing parenting responsibilities. Conclusion Couples should be supported to strengthen communication processes and work in partnership to raise their child with ASD through family-centred interventions aimed at promoting relationship satisfaction. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2019.04.008 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=401

“We are in this together”: Experiences of relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder / Angela SIM in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 58 (February 2019)  

Public ISBD [article]  inResearch in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 58 (February 2019) . - p.39-51 Titre : “We are in this together”: Experiences of relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder Type de document : Texte imprimé et/ou numérique Auteurs : Angela SIM, Auteur ; Reinie CORDIER, Auteur ; Sharmila VAZ, Auteur ; Torbjörn FALKMER, Auteur Article en page(s) : p.39-51 Langues : Anglais (eng) Mots-clés : Acceptance  Communication  Dyadic coping  Positivity  Resilience  Teamwork Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Couple relationships play an integral role in family adjustment when a child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), yet, it is unclear what factors contribute to the maintenance of relationship satisfaction in these couples. Method Using phenomenology, data from eleven couple interviews were analysed to gain an understanding of the lived experiences of relationship satisfaction when raising a child with ASD. Results The overall essence of “We are in this together” reflected the attitude that a strong partnership was beneficial in maintaining relationship satisfaction. This essence was captured in three main themes: 1) Shared beliefs, 2) Teamwork and 3) Shared experiences which closely paralleled the Walsh family resilience framework. Conclusions Couples can be supported in these key areas to strengthen their relationship to serve as a source of resilience for families with a child with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2018.11.011 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=379 [article] “We are in this together”: Experiences of relationship satisfaction in couples raising a child with autism spectrum disorder [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Angela SIM, Auteur ; Reinie CORDIER, Auteur ; Sharmila VAZ, Auteur ; Torbjörn FALKMER, Auteur . - p.39-51. Langues : Anglais (eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 58 (February 2019) . - p.39-51 Mots-clés : Acceptance  Communication  Dyadic coping  Positivity  Resilience  Teamwork Index. décimale : PER Périodiques Résumé : Background Couple relationships play an integral role in family adjustment when a child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), yet, it is unclear what factors contribute to the maintenance of relationship satisfaction in these couples. Method Using phenomenology, data from eleven couple interviews were analysed to gain an understanding of the lived experiences of relationship satisfaction when raising a child with ASD. Results The overall essence of “We are in this together” reflected the attitude that a strong partnership was beneficial in maintaining relationship satisfaction. This essence was captured in three main themes: 1) Shared beliefs, 2) Teamwork and 3) Shared experiences which closely paralleled the Walsh family resilience framework. Conclusions Couples can be supported in these key areas to strengthen their relationship to serve as a source of resilience for families with a child with ASD. En ligne : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2018.11.011 Permalink : https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=379

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