Implementation of the My Abilities First Tool to Empower Children and Adolescents With Disabilities: A Study Protocol

IF 1.8 4区医学 Q2 PEDIATRICS

Child Care Health and Development Pub Date : 2025-03-24 DOI:10.1111/cch.70065

Roselene F. Alencar, Egmar Longo, Verónica Schiariti, Caline C. A. F. Jesus, Monique L. G. Coelho, L. Rocío P. Carrión, Gentil G. F. Filho, Isabelly C. R. Regalado, Karolinne S. Monteiro, Ana R. R. Lindquist

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Abstract

Objective

To present a participatory study protocol for implementing the My Abilities First (MAF) tool in Specialized Centers for Child Rehabilitation.

Method

This is a qualitative study that will intentionally select physiotherapists, occupational therapists, children and adolescents with disabilities, aged 6–14 years, and their caregivers, in Specialized Centers for Child Rehabilitation located in the northeastern region of Brazil. The participants will answer a socio-demographic and clinical questionnaire and take part in semistructured interviews, workshops and focus groups to understand and discuss the implementation process of the MAF tool. The study will be based on Participatory Action Research (PAR) and Patient and Public Involvement (PPI). The data will be recorded and fully transcribed for Reflexive Thematic Analysis.

Discussion and Perspectives

The presentation of a study protocol to implement the MAF tool has the potential to enhance changes in attitudes towards disability and individuals with disabilities. The conceptual foundation of the MAF tool, centred on positive language and attitudes, coupled with the need to identify barriers and facilitators for the implementation process, proves conducive to new insights and inclusive opportunities for children and adolescents with disabilities.

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Child Care Health and Development 医学-小儿科

CiteScore

3.40

自引率

5.30%

发文量

136

审稿时长

4-8 weeks

期刊介绍： Child: care, health and development is an international, peer-reviewed journal which publishes papers dealing with all aspects of the health and development of children and young people. We aim to attract quantitative and qualitative research papers relevant to people from all disciplines working in child health. We welcome studies which examine the effects of social and environmental factors on health and development as well as those dealing with clinical issues, the organization of services and health policy. We particularly encourage the submission of studies related to those who are disadvantaged by physical, developmental, emotional and social problems. The journal also aims to collate important research findings and to provide a forum for discussion of global child health issues.