Physical and mental health in mothers of children with Down syndrome.

摘要: Objective To identify the relationship between characteristics of child with Down syndrome and health their mother. Study design Families a child/young adult ( Results The mean physical score mothers was 50.2 (SD = 9.6). Factors associated lower scores were as follows: having current heart problem P .036), higher body mass index .006), (poorer) on Developmental Behavior Checklist. Better seen in whose children required no help/supervision learning new skills .008) domestic tasks .014). mental 45.2 10.6), significantly than norm 50 .079), muscle/bone problems .004), >4 episodes illness past year .016), DBC Conclusions most important predictors maternal children's behavioral difficulties, everyday functioning status. Mothers appear to experience poorer may require greater support services improve behavior management for own psychological well-being.