Parents of children with autism, particularly during the initial stages of diagnosis and intervention, often face considerable challenges in effectively parenting their child. This qualitative study aimed to explore the factors that parents perceive as likely to impact their adjustment to caring for a child with autism. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 21 parents of children with autism. The average time elapsed since the formal diagnosis at the time of the interview was less than 36 months. Thematic analysis of the interview data identified several factors associated with parental...
