This study will be investigating the factors that affect parental stress when parenting a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Singapore. It will focus on exploring the effects of parental stress in relation to parent-related factors (i.e coping strategies, knowledge of ASD and the social support).

Purpose of our project

Many research have found that parents of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) tend to experience relatively higher levels of stress as compared to parents of typical developing children. Majority of these studies conducted focused on investigating child-related factors (e.g the severity of behavioural issues, comorbidities, sensory issues) and its impact on their caregivers and family. However, there is limited knowledge on how parent-related factors such as coping strategies, social support, personalities and beliefs affect parenting experience of families in Singapore.

This research study aims to explore parental experience and perceived stress levels of raising a child diagnosed with ASD in Singapore. Your participation will help us better understand the factors that influence your parenting experience. This study may also lead to future improvements of healthcare services to support children with ASD and their caregivers.

Who can participate in this study?

We would like to invite parents who:

• Are Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
• Have at least 1 child that has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder 

We would like to hear from you!

Participate in our survey and share your experiences with us.
It will only take 10 - 15 minutes.
To access the survey, please click on the link below.


https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/parentalperception

Need more information about this study?

This study has been approved by the Department of Occupational Therapy, Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore. 
If you like discuss your participation in this study, contact us via email at fyp.asd.2015@gmail.com.
For further enquiries, please contact Ms Sheleen Aw, Supervising Lecturer, NYP, at Sheleen_AW@nyp.edu.sg