Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2666775 | Journal of Pediatric Nursing | 2015 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to test a theoretical model to determine the effect of caregiver anxiety and decision conflict on the health of caregivers of children with ADHD. Cross-sectional analyses were conducted on data derived from caregivers (aged 24–70). Participants completed the Decision Conflict Scale, the Zung Anxiety Scale, the Duke Health Profile, and a demographic form. A path model that fit well indicated that anxiety and decision conflict had direct and indirect effects on the caregivers' health. Future study is needed to clarify factors contributing to uncertainty and to decrease emotional symptoms for caregivers, thus promoting their mental health.
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Authors
Jih Yuan Chen, Mary Jo Clark, Yong Yuan Chang, Yea Ying Liu,