Anatolian Journal of Health Research
Diagnostic disclosure to parents of children with developmental disabilities: Experiences and communication preferences
Aim: Communication during developmental disability diagnosis disclosure may influence parents’ emotional responses, understanding, and engagement with care. This study investigated parents’ experiences and preferences regarding disclosure and their evaluations of the communication behaviors of the person who initially communicated the diagnosis. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional web-based survey was conducted between July and November 2020 with 95 parents of children diagnosed with developmental disabilitie …