Understanding Perceived Stress in Mothers of Intellectually Disabled Children: a Comprehensive Review

Key Points

• Mothers of children with intellectual disabilities reported high levels of perceived stress affecting their daily lives.
• The analysis indicates a strong relationship between care burden and lower quality of life for these mothers.
• Data collected from various studies highlighted the unique challenges faced by mothers in caregiving roles.
• Understanding these stressors can inform support systems aimed at improving the well-being of mothers and their families.