Ebeveynlikten Çok Daha Ötesi: Özel Gereksinimli Çocuğu Olan Annelerin Yaşadıkları Psikososyal Sorunlar ve Baş Etme Yöntemleri: Nitel Bir Çalışma

The aim of this study was to evaluate the psychosocial problems experienced by mothers with children with special needs and their coping methods. In this study, in which qualitative research method was used, in-depth individual interviews were conducted with 17 mothers. Criterion sampling method, one of the purposeful sampling methods, was used to reach the sample group. Interviews continued until data saturation was reached. All interviews were recorded with a voice recorder and then transcribed. The data of the study were analysed using thematic analysis method. The study was conducted and reported according to the COREQ checklist. Within the scope of the study, three themes (Emotions and reactions to learning that the child has special needs, problems experienced by mothers with children with special needs, coping methods of mothers) and six sub-themes (Emotions, reactions, primary problems, secondary problems, dreams/desires, coping methods) were obtained. As a result of the study, it was determined that mothers experienced many psychosocial difficulties and could not use healthy coping methods in the face of difficulties. It can be said that there is a need for psychosocial empowerment of mothers and teaching healthy coping methods.