Consequences on caregiver’s health of caring for people with autism spectrum disorder: A review

Nicolás Ruiz Robledillo; Paula Antón Torres; Esperanza González Bono; Luis Moya Albiol

2012, Number 4

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Rev Elec Psic Izt 2012; 15 (4)

Consequences on caregiver’s health of caring for people with autism spectrum disorder: A review

Ruiz RN, Antón TP, González BE, Moya AL

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ABSTRACT

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a group of disorders characterized by problems of socialization, difficulties in communication, and the development of restricted interest patterns. This symptomatology is usually associated with several behavioral problems, and these are relevant factors in explaining the impact of care on the health of caregivers. This relationship is modulated by variables such as coping strategies. This research reviews the main studies carried out with informal caregivers of people with ASD and analyses the most important factors. The objective is to delimit the current state of the question and propose future research.