title: SOCIAL SUPPORT FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
abstract: The article proves the urgency of the problem of social support for parents of children with special needs. Based on the analysis of scientific works, the concept of «support», «social support» is revealed. Emphasis is placed on the fact that social support is provided in the light of the concept of «self-help» as a social service that is necessary for individuals and families who cannot independently exercise their rights, perform functions, and bear responsibilities to prevent deepening crisis
journal: Bulletin of Alfred Nobel University Series Pedagogy and Psychology