Journal
PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN PEDIATRICS
Volume 37, Issue 5, Pages 471-484Publisher
TAYLOR & FRANCIS INC
DOI: 10.1080/01942638.2017.1280872
Keywords
Adult learning theory; early intervention; neurodevelopmental conditions; parent education; parent experiences
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- Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation
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Aim: To better understand the learning experiences of parents of children with developmental disabilities and the strategies they develop to support their caregiving role. Methods: A qualitative secondary analysis of in-depth interviews with parents of children with developmental disability was conducted to better understand parents' learning experiences and the strategies they developed to use this learning in supporting their children. A foundational thematic analysis process was used to identify the main themes, and the interpretive process was influenced by adult education theories. Results: Findings suggest that participants are highly motivated to learn by a need to understand, to do, and to belong. They also demonstrated varying levels of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor learning. Learning style preferences are evident in participants' narratives and in their self-reported learning strategies. Conclusions: Conceptualizing parents, as adult learners, can be helpful in designing clinical interactions and education initiatives. Knowledge of adult learning principles may enable pediatric therapists to better meet the needs of parents and fulfill their information sharing responsibilities.
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