Al-Farraj Hanan A
ABSTRACT
This study examines the impact of peer support programmes on the psychosocial and cultural well-being and quality of life (QL) of mothers raising children with disabilities, as well as the mediating role of psychosocial well-being in this relationship. Employing a quantitative design, 357 mothers from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, participated in a structured intervention, with survey questionnaires used for data collection. Smart-PLS assessed variable associations. Findings reveal that peer networks enhance psychosocial and cultural well-being and QL, with psychosocial well-being significantly mediating this relationship. The study underscores the interplay of mental health, cultural expectations, and social support, advocating for policy integration of peer support into national caregiving frameworks.
