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April 18, 2026Sage Open Pediatrics

“Between Strain and Perceptions,” The Voices of Family Caregivers Involved in the Care of Children with Cerebral Palsy: Evidence from a Ghanaian Low Socioeconomic Setting

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SAShafawu AdamuVSVivian Efua Senoo-DogbeyPAProsper Junior Anatsui

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Overview

Qualitative exploration reveals challenges faced by caregivers of children with cerebral palsy, indicating the need for tailored interventions.

Key Points

  • The study aims to explore the experiences and challenges faced by caregivers of children with cerebral palsy in rural Ghana.
  • Qualitative, descriptive, exploratory study design
  • Interviews conducted with 15 purposively sampled caregivers
  • Data analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s reflexive thematic approach
  • Two main themes identified: perceptions and role challenges
  • Caregiver understanding ranged from accurate knowledge to misconceptions about cerebral palsy
  • Caregiving imposed physical, financial, and social burdens
  • Cultural beliefs and stigma influenced care approaches, impacting health outcomes

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Adamu et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e320cc40886becb653ff60https://doi.org/10.1177/30502225261441988
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