Siblings
The Sibling Support Project
A national program dedicated to the interests of brothers and sisters of people with special health and developmental needs. Includes a listserve for younger brothers and sisters.
Review 6/06
Siblings of People with Disabilities- A selected bibliography
A list of books and videos that deal with a wide variety of disabilities that may be of use to help with the sibling experience.
Review 6/06
Emotional Responses of Siblings
Helping Siblings Cope
Both of the above give first hand accounts from several families on ways to help the brothers and sisters cope from Chapter 23 of Childhood Cancer: A Parent's Guide to Solid Tumor Cancer.
Review 6/06
Sibling Needs- Helpful Information for Parents
A short document that gives some tips on sibling issues with all disabilities.
Review 6/06
Children With Disabilities: Understanding Sibling Issues
A 17 page document that discusses some practical advice as well as research on the topic published by National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
Review 6/06
My Brother is Different
A short article dealing with learning disability sibs. The article discusses feeling of neglect, increased responsibility and guilt. Some suggestions are offered.
Review 6/06
Teleconferences
Brothers and Sisters- A Child's Point of View
Sibling Issues
Three excellent one hour teleconferences designed for families.
Review 6/06
