نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
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عنوان مقاله English
نویسندگان English
Autism is one of the most pervasive neurodevelopmental disorders, significantly impacting both patients and their caregivers. When a child is diagnosed with autism, it can lead to numerous challenges and emotional struggles for caregivers, particularly mothers, making it difficult to accept the child's condition. However, some mothers manage to accept their children with these challenging conditions and remain committed to their care. This research is a qualitative phenomenological study using thematic analysis to investigate the worldview of mothers who exhibit high acceptance of their autistic children. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews with nine mothers of autistic children. These mothers were selected through purposeful sampling, and the sampling continued until the responses reached saturation. The findings revealed that the worldview of the participating mothers encompasses three dimensions: a finite world, infinite life, and death anxiety. This type of worldview involves grappling with concepts such as fear of the future, the transience of life, and preparation for death. These factors significantly influence how these mothers accept and adapt to their children's condition.
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