Challenges faced by low-income Muslim Malaysian parents in caring for children with disabilities

Abd Karim, Aishah Hanim and Kassim, Siti Kholijah and Ismail, Nik Ahmad Hisham and Rais, Haniza (2025) Challenges faced by low-income Muslim Malaysian parents in caring for children with disabilities. In: 6th International Conference on Business, Education, Social and Technology (ICBEST2025), 18th January 2025, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Virtual Conference).

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Abstract

The number of children with disabilities, particularly learning disability, intellectual disability, and developmental disability have increased over the years. Raising children with disabilities can be challenging as it requires more effort, time, money, and energy. Low-income parents may face difficulties as they do not have adequate resources in managing the disabled children. This study examined low-income Muslim Malaysian parents’ struggles and challenges in caring for their disabled children. Data was obtained from face-to-face individual semi-structured interviews with seven parents. These parents were selected based on the following criteria set: (1) earning low-income; (2) having one child with disability; and (3) living in Klang Valley. Data was analysed using thematic analysis. This qualitative method approach was applied to generate seven major findings, namely, experiencing physical illnesses, financial constraints, emotional exhaustion, career setback, dealing with special child, dealing with spouse, and dealing with school. This research has the potential to inform the development of effective parental support programs, enhance awareness of the challenges faced by low-income Muslim Malaysian parents, and foster greater empathy toward families with disabilities.

Item Type:	Proceeding Paper (Plenary Papers)
Additional Information:	8322/119029
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Challenges, Children with Disabilities, Low-income, Muslim Malaysian Parental Experiences, Quality of Life
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1050.9 Educational psychology
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Educational Psychology & Counseling Kulliyyah of Education
Depositing User:	Dr Aishah Hanim Abd Karim
Date Deposited:	08 Feb 2025 20:56
Last Modified:	08 Feb 2025 20:59
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/119029

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