The Experience of Parents in Reducing Children's Autism Tantrums in West Java: A Phenomenological Study
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Title
The Experience of Parents in Reducing Children's Autism Tantrums in West Java: A Phenomenological Study
Subject
autistic spectrum disorder, children, experience, tantrums;
Description
Background: In autistic children, temper tantrums can occur in
association with other challenging behaviors like sleep problems,
selective eating, anxiety, irritability, self-harm, and aggression.
Families who have adult autistic children experience burdens in
their lives. Poor communication and interaction with the child at
home provoke an emotional tantrum. This study aims to explore
family experiences in reducing children's autistic tantrums
through family support.
Methods: This phenomenological study involved seven parents of
adolescents with autism. The study was carried out over a period
of six months, from September 2022 to March 2023, covering the
stages of preparation, participant recruitment, in-depth semistructured interviews, and verbatim transcription. Data were
analyzed using Colaizzi’s phenomenological method, which
comprised verbatim transcription, identification of significant
statements, coding, clustering of themes, and the development of
an essential description of the parents’ lived experiences.
Results: Six themes were constructed from the study: (1) The
process of accepting their children with special needs; (2)
Parents' expectations of their children; (3) Internal and external
support in reducing autism tantrums; (4) Children join with
activities; (5) Enforcement of rules in the family; (6) Family
isolation.
Conclusion: This study highlights the central role of families in
caring for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD),
particularly in managing tantrums. Families apply spiritual
values, collaborate among members, and use practical strategies
such as providing a safe space, allowing calming time, and
redirecting children to meaningful activities. The findings
emphasize that family-centered approaches can enhance
children’s adaptive abilities and quality of life while reducing
caregiver burden.
association with other challenging behaviors like sleep problems,
selective eating, anxiety, irritability, self-harm, and aggression.
Families who have adult autistic children experience burdens in
their lives. Poor communication and interaction with the child at
home provoke an emotional tantrum. This study aims to explore
family experiences in reducing children's autistic tantrums
through family support.
Methods: This phenomenological study involved seven parents of
adolescents with autism. The study was carried out over a period
of six months, from September 2022 to March 2023, covering the
stages of preparation, participant recruitment, in-depth semistructured interviews, and verbatim transcription. Data were
analyzed using Colaizzi’s phenomenological method, which
comprised verbatim transcription, identification of significant
statements, coding, clustering of themes, and the development of
an essential description of the parents’ lived experiences.
Results: Six themes were constructed from the study: (1) The
process of accepting their children with special needs; (2)
Parents' expectations of their children; (3) Internal and external
support in reducing autism tantrums; (4) Children join with
activities; (5) Enforcement of rules in the family; (6) Family
isolation.
Conclusion: This study highlights the central role of families in
caring for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD),
particularly in managing tantrums. Families apply spiritual
values, collaborate among members, and use practical strategies
such as providing a safe space, allowing calming time, and
redirecting children to meaningful activities. The findings
emphasize that family-centered approaches can enhance
children’s adaptive abilities and quality of life while reducing
caregiver burden.
Creator
Anni Sinaga, Diana Barsasella, Dian Yuniar Syanti Rahayu, Omay Rohmana, Andi Suhenda, Sugianto Sugianto
Source
https://doi.org/10.37341/jkg.v9i2.1259
Publisher
Poltekkes Surakarta
Date
June 2025
Contributor
Sri Wahyuni
Format
PDF
Language
English
Type
Text
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Collection
Citation
Anni Sinaga, Diana Barsasella, Dian Yuniar Syanti Rahayu, Omay Rohmana, Andi Suhenda, Sugianto Sugianto, “The Experience of Parents in Reducing Children's Autism Tantrums in West Java: A Phenomenological Study,” Repository Horizon University Indonesia, accessed February 21, 2026, https://repository.horizon.ac.id/items/show/10919.