# Stigmatization related experience among mothers of children with autism

## TL;DR

This study examines how stigmatization affects stress in mothers of children with autism, using psychological tools to better understand their experiences.

## Contribution

The study introduces indirect psychological measures to assess stigma, revealing more accurate insights than direct questioning.

## Key findings

- Indirect psychological assessments reveal higher stigma levels than direct questioning.
- Emotional burden and social strain significantly contribute to perceived stigma.
- Coping strategies vary among mothers based on their stress and stigma experiences.

## Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between stigmatization and stress levels among mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Using items from standardized psychometric tools, the study explores how emotional burden, social strain, and coping strategies contribute to parents' perceived stigma.

Findings suggest that indirect measures of stigma through psychological assessment offer a more comprehensive understanding than direct questioning, which may elicit guarded responses.