Affiliations 

  • 1 BNS, MNS, PhD Candidate in Community Health Development, Department of Community, Family, and Occupational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
  • 2 MD, Dip. Thai Board of Family Medicine, Department of Community, Family, and Occupational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand. Email: varisara@kku.ac.th
PMID: 38725612 DOI: 10.51866/oa.529

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Learning disabilities can cause poor academic performance in children, which may impact their futures. This study aimed to investigate how primary caregivers care for school-aged children with learning disabilities but with good academic achievement.

METHODS: In this qualitative study, in-depth interviews were conducted among primary caregivers of school-aged children with learning disabilities who were attending schools in Sisaket Province, were aged 6-12 years and achieved good academic performance. Twenty-one caregivers were interviewed regarding the care of their children. The contents of the interviews were analysed.

RESULTS: Two major themes concerning the provision of familial support for children with learning disabilities to achieve good academic performance emerged: (1) understanding and modifying the care provided to children with learning disabilities and (2) facilitating and promoting children's learning.

CONCLUSION: Families and caregivers of children with learning disabilities must have a comprehensive understanding of the disorder to assist with skill development and provide emotional support.

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