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  • Title: Foster parents' early adaptation to the placement of a child with developmental disabilities in their home.
    Author: Rodriguez JA, Jones EG.
    Journal: J Pediatr Nurs; 1996 Apr; 11(2):111-8. PubMed ID: 8935583.
    Abstract:
    Eight foster parents of children with developmental disabilities (DD) were interviewed about their early adaptation to placement of the child in their homes. Analysis using a grounded theory methodology showed important adaptations in the physiological, role function, interdependence, and self-concept modes of adaptation. Parents described less attention to their own physical health, dominance of the parenting role over all other roles, decreased social interactions, and a sense of personal satisfaction in response to placement of a child with DD in their homes. Implications for nursing practice are included.
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