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The support needs of parents with inflammatory bowel disease and their children
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| Date | Published - 2005 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Social Policy Research Unit |
| Place of Publication | University of York, York |
| Original language | English |
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| Name | Research Works |
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| Volume | 2005-03 |
Abstract
In the UK there is growing interest in the support needs of disabled parents and their children, with a number of shortcomings in service provision identified. However, little attention has been paid to the experiences of families when a parent has a chronic illness. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic illness with no known cure, though effective treatments are available. The two main forms of IBD, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, can cause a range of debilitating symptoms, including some which are associated with considerable social stigma. This study investigated the support needed by families in this situation.
- ill/disabled adults, family, child well-being
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