Concept

Physical Health of Caretakers of those with DD

  • Research has shown that parents of children with DD have poorer physical health
  • Examples: Poor sleep, headaches, increased risk for hypertension, increased risk of infection
  • Poor physiological functioning may be a cause
    • This association is driven by social support and child problem behaviors
    • Not enough research related to coping styles

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Updated 2023-12-19

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Disability Studies

Educational Psychology

Social Science

Empirical Science

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Psychology