This study examines the moderating role of family stress in the relationship between psychological well-being and resilience among children with intellectual disabilities. It also explores differences in psychological well-being, resilience, and family stress levels based on the severity of the child’s disability. The sample included 200 fathers from Türkiye, with a mean age of 42.5 years, and children aged 3–10 years. The results show that psychological well-being positively predicts resilience, and family stress moderates this relationship, with higher family stress levels associated with reduced resilience. Fathers of children with mild intellectual disabilities reported higher psychological well-being and resilience compared to those with moderate or severe disabilities. These findings highlight the importance of family stress management and resilience-building strategies in supporting fathers of children with intellectual disabilities. Future research should use diverse samples and longitudinal designs to further explore these dynamics.
Özlem Altındağ Kumaş (Fri,) studied this question.