Psychosocial Outcomes of Parents of Children with Hirschsprung Disease Beyond Early Childhood

In brief

This cross-sectional study examines the psychosocial wellbeing and family functioning of parents caring for children with Hirschsprung disease beyond the early childhood years. The research addresses the long-term psychological impact on families, recognizing that parental mental health significantly influences health outcomes in children with chronic conditions.

• Hirschsprung disease has lifelong psychosocial impacts on both children and their families, extending well beyond early childhood.
• Parental mental health and family functioning directly influence psychological and health outcomes in children with chronic conditions like HD.
• Cross-sectional study design allows assessment of parental psychosocial wellbeing at specific timepoints in the HD care continuum.
• Recognition of parental psychosocial needs is essential for comprehensive family-centered care in pediatric chronic illness management.

Written by the GCMD Library team from the article.