A disabled child in the family: dynamics of the relationship and areas of stress

Bstract . In sociology, it is recognized that the family is the Foundation of society, ensuring both its stability and its development. However, there are situations in which the family itself needs support and assistance not only from loved ones, but also from state structures and social protection bodies. This article is devoted to the study of the family in which a disabled child was born and brought up. The aim of the study was to study the dynamics of relations between parents before and after the birth of a child, the analysis of social and emotional aspects of relations, the characteristics of the situation that contributes to the destruction of the family. Case study was chosen as a research strategy. Three methods were included in this monographic technique: in-depth interview and included observation and semantic differential method. The family can be traced to changes in the relationship from the joyful, carefree to mutual resentment, scandals and accusations. The birth of a child leveled the emotional background of the relationship of parents, making it more smooth, calm, but indifferent. Areas of stress are: long waiting for the baby, the news of the disease of the unborn child, the birth of a child with cerebral palsy, problems of care, communication and education.