Stress Level in Parents Who Have Children With Autism, Down Syndrome and Typical Development

Key Points

• To compare stress levels in parents of children with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and typical development.
• Comparative analysis of stress levels among three parent groups: autism, Down syndrome, and typical development.
• Utilized a standardized instrument to measure stress levels.
• Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder reported higher stress levels compared to those with children having Down syndrome and typical development.