Experiências parentais sobre os efeitos da pandemia de COVID-19 em crianças com deficiência na Arábia Saudita

Faris Algahtani; Sultan Alzahrani

doi:10.22633/rpge.v27i00.18340

Authors

Faris Algahtani University of Jeddah https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4941-3442
Sultan Alzahrani University of Jeddah https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2197-335X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22633/rpge.v27i00.18340

Keywords:

COVID-19, Children with disabilities, Parental experience, Pandemic, Perceptions

Abstract

This qualitative interpretive analysis explores parents' perceptions of the impacts of COVID-19 on children with disabilities in Saudi Arabia. Twenty semi-structured interviews were conducted with caregivers of these kids, and data analysis was performed using a thematic approach. The results revealed that the pandemic significantly impacted the children and their parents, with numerous reports of depression and stress due to the challenges imposed by this crisis. The effects encompassed psychological, academic, and social aspects. The efficient use of distance learning platforms is emphasized as crucial. The cooperation between different sectors is highlighted as essential to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on the lives of children.

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Author Biographies

Faris Algahtani, University of Jeddah

Associate Professor, Department of Special Education, College of Education.

Sultan Alzahrani, University of Jeddah

Associate Professor, Department of Special Education, College of Education.

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