Coping Strategies of Family Caregivers of Children with Intellectual Disability with Special Reference to Ashadeep- A Mental Health Society

Author(s)	Mr. Manoj Kumar Sarmah, Dr. Gayatree Goswamee
Country	India
Abstract	Intellectual disability originates during the developmental period and results in significantly sub average general intellectual function with concurrent deficits in functional life skills. Family caregivers of children with intellectual disability play a crucial role in the overall development and well-being of their children, often facing considerable psychological, social, and economic challenges. The present study aims to examine the coping strategies adopted by family caregivers of children with intellectual disability, with special reference to Ashadeep – A Mental Health Society, Guwahati, Assam. Using a descriptive survey method, the study was conducted on a purposively selected sample of family caregivers whose children are enrolled in Ashadeep. Data were collected through a standardized stress coping strategy scale. The coping strategies were analyzed under various dimensions such as avoidance, diet control, psycho-medicinal therapy, most liked activities, outer wall strategy and reducing physical stress. The data indicate that caregivers primarily employ adaptive coping techniques, including seeking social support, positive reframing, and problem-solving, while a modest degree of emotional stress and avoidance behavior was also noted.
Keywords	Intellectual Disability, Family Caregivers, Coping Strategies.
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On	2026-07-05

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