Support Group and Interventions:
This study evaluated an integrated group intervention for siblings and parents of children with chronic illness and developmental disabilities (CI/DD).. l problems supporting further evaluation of this intervention model… read more
Sibling Support Group:
The study assessed a sibling support group’s effectiveness for children aged 6 to 16 with siblings with autism. It involved 26 participants who underwent a group intervention. Questionnaires administered before and after the intervention measured self-concepts, knowledge… read more
Family-based group: The study evaluated a family-based group intervention’s impact on young siblings (ages 4-7) of children with chronic illness and developmental disability (CI/DD). Forty-three siblings and their parents participated in a six-session intervention targeting sibling challenges… read more
Semi-structured interviews: The study involved semi-structured interviews with 16 individuals who grew up with a disabled or chronically ill sibling. It focused on their experiences in childhood and adolescence, specifically regarding social interactions, relationships, social support, and wellbeing… read more
Support Children with Disabilities: This research paper examines how siblings of children with disabilities can experience varying mental health outcomes based on their involvement in caregiving. It suggests that siblings who voluntarily provide moderate help tend to experience less psychological distress… read more
Emotional and Moral Dynamics of non-disabled (ND): This paper examines the emotional and moral dynamics of non-disabled (ND) siblings in Ireland providing care to their siblings with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) or Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). As parents of adults with ID/ASD… read more
The impact on personal traits: The study identified themes such as the impact on personal traits, social development, religiosity, career choice, romantic relationships, and future planning in individuals with a sibling with developmental disabilities… read more