Abstract
Background: This study investigates the psychological distress (PPD) experienced by parents of children with cleft lip and palate disorders in Sri Lanka. The challenges associated with societal perceptions, medical interventions, and emotional impact on both parents and the affected child are explored. The research aims to assess PPD prevalence and associated factors, emphasizing the need for tailored support systems in the Sri Lankan context.
Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the Dental Hospital, Peradeniya, the largest dental hospital in Sri Lanka. PPD was measured using the General Health Questionnaire-30 (GHQ-30). Data on cleft site and associated disabilities were collected from clinical records. Chi-square and multivariate logistic regression were employed for data analysis.
Results: From 384 parents revealed a 34% prevalence of PPD. Chi-square analysis identified significant associations with the child's age, family income, family structure, prior knowledge on cleft lip and palate disorders (CLPD), cleft site, and associated disabilities. Multivariate logistic regression highlighted that the child's age, family structure, cleft of the hard and soft palate, feeding difficulties, and speech problems were significant predictors of PPD.
Conclusion: This study contributes valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of PPD among parents of children with cleft lip and palate disorders in Sri Lanka, emphasizing the necessity for targeted interventions to enhance parental well-being in the face of these challenges.
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Aruni M.K. Senavirathne, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Prassanna Jayasekara, National Cancer Control Programme, Sri lanka
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Conference: ACSS2024
Stream: Psychology & Social Psychology
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To cite this article:
Senavirathne A., & Jayasekara P. (2024) Psychological Distress and Related Factors Among Parents Having Children With Cleft Lip and Palate Disorder: Evidence From Sri Lanka ISSN: 2186-2303 – The Asian Conference on the Social Sciences 2024: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 471-479) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-2303.2024.41
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-2303.2024.41
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