Psychosocial Outcomes of Parents of Children with Hirschsprung Disease Beyond Early Childhood
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This cross-sectional study examines the psychosocial wellbeing and family functioning of parents caring for children with Hirschsprung disease beyond the early childhood years. The research addresses the long-term psychological impact on families, recognizing that parental mental health significantly influences health outcomes in children with chronic conditions.
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- Hirschsprung disease has lifelong psychosocial impacts on both children and their families, extending well beyond early childhood.
- Parental mental health and family functioning directly influence psychological and health outcomes in children with chronic conditions like HD.
- Cross-sectional study design allows assessment of parental psychosocial wellbeing at specific timepoints in the HD care continuum.
- Recognition of parental psychosocial needs is essential for comprehensive family-centered care in pediatric chronic illness management.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Psychosocial Outcomes of Parents of Children with Hirschsprung Disease Beyond Early Childhood. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2023-11-23. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/8297
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