Table 2

- Domains of quality of life and caregiving status.

DomainsCaregiver of child with ASD Caregiver of child without ASDP-value
Mean±SD
Physical functioning77.9±24.982.0±21.90.012
Role limitations due to physical health62.1±39.271.5±36.60.000
Role limitations due to emotional problems56.9±43.764.6±42.10.011
Energy/fatigue48.4±18.852.3±18.40.003
Emotional well-Being55.8±18.758.6±17.60.025
Social functioning62.4±25.572.2±21.20.000
General health55.9±13.761.8±12.90.000
Health change60.1±22.561.3±24.70.418