A comparative study of parental attitude towards their children with intellectual disability based on educational qualification, financial background and region

Abstract

Comprehending intellectual disability involves acknowledging the various obstacles that people may encounter in their cognitive abilities, adaptive behaviour, and social interactions. Understanding how parents support their children with intellectual disabilities is aided by researching their attitudes towards these kids. This quantitative study explores how parental attitudes towards their children with intellectual disabilities are impacted by their educational background, socioeconomic status, and location. Purposive sampling was used to select 30 participants for this study. Following their completion of an attitude scale, the relevant statistical analyses were conducted. The findings showed that parents of children with intellectual disabilities demonstrated more negative attitudes towards their children when they were living in rural areas, had a lower socioeconomic status, and had less education. These results have important implications because they indicate the need for tailored support networks and interventions to meet the unique demands of low-income families. Resources and educational programs should be created to promote acceptance and understanding of people with developmental disabilities, especially in rural and underserved communities.