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Peer reviewedWeiss, Mary Jane – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2002
One hundred twenty mothers of children with autism, with mental retardation, or typically developing were assessed for effects of social support and hardiness on level of stress. Results indicated significant group differences in ratings of depression, anxiety, somatic complaints and burnout. Both hardiness and social support were predictive of…
Descriptors: Autism, Coping, Emotional Adjustment, Mental Retardation
