The Effectiveness of Logo therapy-Based Intervention on meaning of life and resilience among mothers of children with autistic spectrum disorder

Background: autistic spectrum disorder have significant negative impact on both children and parents. So, the purpose of the study was to evaluate effectiveness of logo therapy-based intervention on meaning of life and resilience among mothers of children with autistic spectrum disorder Design: A quasi-experimental design was employed, with two groups-the study group and the control group. A purposive sample of eighty mothers of children were divided into two equal groups: one that received an intervention (N = 40) and another that only received routine care and served as a control (N = 40). The study was conducted at the psychiatric outpatient clinic of Menoufia University Hospital at Shebin El-kom. Three instruments were utilized: (1) Structured interview assessment form ;( 2) Meaning in Life Questionnaire; and (3) The Modified Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale. Results: After logo therapy-based intervention and follow up, the total score of meaning in life and resilience level in the intervention group significantly improved compared to the control group Conclusion: The logo therapy-based intervention was an effective intervention on improving resilience and sense of purpose in life among mothers of children who have autism spectrum disorder. Recommendations: Psychiatric nurses must undergo comprehensive training in logo therapy to effectively support mothers while caring for their children.