Interview with dads about parenting children with special needs
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study interviews fathers of children with special needs and social workers to understand their experiences. The goal is to help develop better support for dads and families.
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Who can take part
- You are the biological father of a child aged 2 to 12 years.
- Your child has a formal diagnosis of a developmental disability (such as autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, or a related condition).
- You can speak Cantonese and read Chinese.
- You do not have a physical or cognitive impairment that would prevent you from participating.
- You do not have learning problems as identified by a non-governmental organization (NGO) or medical records.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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