Family quality of life for families of children with disabilities in African contexts: a scoping review.

Julia Jansen-van Vuuren Reshma Parvin Nuri Ansha Nega Ahmed Beata Batorowicz Rosemary Lysaght Heather Michelle Aldersey

Published in: Quality of life research : an international journal of quality of life aspects of treatment, care and rehabilitation (2021)

Whilst there are universal factors that contribute to FQOL, recognising the influence of context-specific factors (i.e. poverty, stigma, spirituality) is important in order to provide effective, culturally relevant support that enhances FQOL for families of children with disabilities in African contexts.

Keyphrases

young adults
mental health
hiv aids
mental illness
social support
antiretroviral therapy