Check out this great piece in Autism Spectrum News from Sibling Support Project’s Emily Holl!
Siblings: Common Concerns and Effective Support Strategies
“Like parents of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), siblings experience unique concerns and opportunities. The sibling relationship can easily exceed six decades, and siblings face these issues for even longer than parents. Historically, siblings have had few opportunities to receive information and support. Parents have access to professionals and each other. Siblings are often overshadowed at home and overlooked by service providers. Recognizing some common sibling concerns and engaging a few simple strategies can support the well-being of siblings and the entire family.”
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