Date Approved
1995
Date Posted
12-19-2012
Degree Type
Open Access Senior Honors Thesis
Department or School
Health Sciences
First Advisor
Judith A. Olson, PhD
Abstract
Society views women with physical disabilities as being incapable of competent parenting. Many of these women do, however, choose to have children. This paper, in addition to describing common producers of disability in child-bearing aged women, explores the literature concerning the role of mother and how women with physical disabilities fulfill that role. Two women with postpolio were interviewed about their experiences in raising children. The interviews showed themes of reaction to discouragement, impact on mobility, and individual method of compensation. Implications for occupational therapy intervention are drawn
Recommended Citation
Evans, Alexia Anne, "Women with physical disabilities choosing to have children" (1995). Senior Honors Theses and Projects. 324.
https://commons.emich.edu/honors/324