Provision of care for children diagnosed with ADHD: Caregiver’s perceptions and decision-making
| dc.contributor.author | Bailey, Rénay | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-01-15T12:17:37Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-01-15T12:17:37Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025 | |
| dc.description.abstract | The Children's Act 38 of 2005 enforces children's rights as outlined in the Constitution, with a focus on prioritising their best interests. South Africa has diverse family structures, and various individuals within the family may serve as the primary caregivers for children. This essential role ensures that children’s needs are met, especially those with neurodevelopmental disorders. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children's development and well-being in home, school, and social settings. Caring for a child with ADHD requires an intense emotional commitment to their overall well-being, beyond just managing symptoms. This study aimed to investigate caregiver perceptions of ADHD and their decision-making processes regarding the care and management of children diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders. A single case study allowed for a thorough examination of their personal experiences, challenges, and decision-making for their child diagnosed with ADHD. This nuanced exploration offered depth and valuable insights into the complexities within real-life contexts. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, and the recordings were transcribed. Data was analysed using content analysis. All ethical principles were adhered to. Qualitative methodology offered a detailed context in which to understand the data. The caregiver’s specific background, environment, and unique circumstances shed light on how these factors influenced their experiences, providing insight into the caregiving journey. This focused approach led to the identification of themes and patterns that reflected the caregiver's story, culminating in the identification of six primary content categories and thirteen subcategories. These reflect the perceptions and challenges of the index caregiver, emphasising how emotional complexities, knowledge gaps, and systemic barriers compound these issues | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/10566/21722 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | University of the Western Cape | |
| dc.subject | Caregiver | |
| dc.subject | Experience | |
| dc.subject | ADHD | |
| dc.subject | Perception | |
| dc.subject | Decision-Making | |
| dc.title | Provision of care for children diagnosed with ADHD: Caregiver’s perceptions and decision-making | |
| dc.type | Thesis |