Exploring parental use of social media among autism spectrum disorder families in the UAE: perspectives and challenges in fostering social inclusion.

IF 1.5 4区医学 Q2 EDUCATION, SPECIAL

International Journal of Developmental Disabilities Pub Date : 2024-11-14 eCollection Date: 2024-01-01 DOI:10.1080/20473869.2024.2392985

Alia El Naggar

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Abstract

This study examines the parental use of social media within autism spectrum disorder (ASD) families in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), focusing on perspectives and challenges in promoting social inclusion. Through semi-structured interviews with 21 participants, including 16 females and 5 males aged between 36 and 47, insights were gained into their experiences navigating social media platforms. Using thematic analysis, findings reveal varied approaches to leveraging social media for fostering social inclusion, alongside challenges such as misinformation and stigma. The study underscores the importance of understanding parental strategies and barriers in utilizing social media for supporting children with ASD in the UAE.

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探索阿联酋自闭症谱系障碍家庭中父母使用社交媒体的情况：促进社会包容的观点和挑战。

本研究探讨了阿拉伯联合酋长国（UAE）自闭症谱系障碍（ASD）家庭中父母使用社交媒体的情况，重点关注促进社会包容的观点和挑战。通过对 21 名参与者（包括 16 名女性和 5 名男性，年龄在 36 岁至 47 岁之间）进行半结构式访谈，深入了解了他们在社交媒体平台上的使用经验。通过主题分析，研究结果揭示了利用社交媒体促进社会包容的各种方法，以及错误信息和污名化等挑战。这项研究强调了了解父母在利用社交媒体支持阿联酋患有 ASD 儿童方面的策略和障碍的重要性。

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International Journal of Developmental Disabilities Multiple-

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4.10

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9.50%

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期刊介绍： The IJDD publishes scientific articles on work dealing with different approaches to the habilitation problems of people with an intellectual disability. The Journal covers the entire spectrum of intellectual disabilities, and is concerned with definitions, IQ, genetic predisposition, evaluation of abilities, learning interventions, challenging behaviour, medication, attitudes to death and bereavement, sexuality, legal aspects, WHO, NICE and other governmental guidelines, care in the community, advocacy, stress and coping strategies for families and carers - though this is not an exhaustive list. The unifying theme is that all of these aspects should be of practical help for those with intellectual disabilities or those caring for persons with intellectual disabilities. Emphasis is placed on the practical implications of the work of educationists, instructors, nurses, occupational and other therapists, psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers, whether taking place in a hospital setting or in community care. The Journal accepts contributions from anywhere in the world but they must be written in acceptable and fluent English, avoiding technical jargon as far as possible in view of the wide readership. The IJDD puts much emphasis on the practical application of scientific findings, and prospective contributors should keep in mind that acceptance of a manuscript for publication will depend to a great extent on its direct relevance to habilitation work. Readers of the IJDD expect that articles should give them some scientific help and insight in their practical work.