Experiences of Parents Who Have Children With Disabilities: A Qualitative Study From Türkiye During Covid-19
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Date
2025
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Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
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This study aimed to understand the experiences of parents who have young children with disabilities in Türkiye during COVID-19. We conducted a qualitative analysis of semistructured virtual interviews with eight parents. We used a collective within-case and across-case approach to analyze and interpret the interviews. Parents noted difficulties with the EI/ECSE programs and the need for individualized and functional services for their children. Furthermore, parents reported the need for high-quality, inclusive early childhood programs and the importance of well-trained educators. Parents also expressed interest in learning more about how to support their child's development and learning. Results may inform research, policy, and practice initiatives for children with disabilities and their families. The findings highlight the importance of including parent voices in the continued capacity-building efforts of EI/ECSE systems. Copyright © 2025 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Children With Disabilities, Covid-19, Ei/Ecse, Parents
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Infants and Young Children
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38
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2
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138
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153