The experiences, perceptions and challenges of mothers managing asthma in their children: a qualitative study

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PARS H., UYSAL SOYER Ö., ŞEKEREL B. E.

TURKISH JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS, vol.62, no.5, pp.734-745, 2020 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 62 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2020
  • Doi Number: 10.24953/turkjped.2020.05.004
  • Journal Name: TURKISH JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CAB Abstracts, EMBASE, MEDLINE, Veterinary Science Database, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.734-745
  • Hacettepe University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background. Despite the fact that childhood asthma poses an important burden, especially on the families, little is known about the emotional experiences of mothers. This article describes the predominant emotional challenges and experiences reported by mothers of children with asthma.