Stress and Coping Among Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities

Abstract

The present study was taken up to know the stress and coping methods of parents of children with Learning Disabilities. Ex-post facto research design was adopted for the study. 60 parents of LD children (30 LD children with associative disorder+ 30 children with specific LD) were selected by pwposive random sampling from twin cities (Hyderabad and Secenderabad) of A.P. Results revealed that majority of parents experienced greater financial burdens, reduced social and recreational participation and mental worries about child's future. They also experienced moderate level of physical care burdens, strained relationships with family members and teachers, reduced family support and self-esteem due to presence of LD children. Majority of the parents adopted medium followed by highlevel approach and avoidance coping strategies to cope with stress. Positi11 e reappraisal, logical analysis, emotional discharge, and resigned acceptance were frequently used strategies.