Home⇛Isabela State University Linker: Journal of Education, Social Sciences and Allied Health⇛vol. 2 no. 1 (2025)

Factors Influencing the Quality of Life of Family Caregivers of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs)

Kesiah C. Soriano

Discipline: health sciences (non-specific)

 

Abstract:

Caring for children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs), specifically Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), presents unique challenges that impact the quality of life (QoL) of family caregivers. Thus, this study aimed to assess the quality of life (QoL) and associated factors among family caregivers (FGCs) of children with NDDs in Isabela. Purposive sampling was used to obtain 111 respondents. QoL was measured using the Adult Caregiver Quality of Life Questionnaire (AC-QoL). The data gathered was analyzed using SPSS version 22. Inferential analysis indicated that caregivers generally experienced a mid-range quality of life (64.86%), with a notable minority reporting high QoL (20.72%). While high scores were observed in personal growth and career satisfaction, reduced QoL was found in the dimensions of caring choice, money matters, caring stress, and support for caring. The study also confirmed statistically significant differences in QoL based on age, occupation, length of caregiving, and diagnosis of the child. These findings underscore the complex interplay of factors influencing caregiver well-being and highlight the need for tailored interventions to enhance caregiver support programs and ultimately improve the quality of life for both caregivers and their children.



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