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

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

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

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 62 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2020
  • Doi Number: 10.24953/turkjped.2020.05.004
  • Title of Journal : TURKISH JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
  • Page Numbers: pp.734-745

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.