Figure 1 -. Semi-structured interview script. Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.

1) Tell me a story about a special moment when you felt Hope when dealing with your child’s illness.

2) What factors do you consider responsible for the increase of Hope when you feel faith, optimism and inner strength?

3) What factors do you consider responsible for the decrease of your Hope?

4) Currently, is there anyone or anything that gives you Hope when caring for your child?

5) Currently, is there anyone or anything that threatens your Hope when caring for your child?

6) How have your past experiences of Hope (when you felt full of inner strength) helped to cope with your child’s illness?

Source: Adapted from MIAMPE ^{( 11)}