Sibling Stories: Reflections on Life with a Brother or Sister on the Autism Spectrum

by Mary Jane Weiss (Author), Lynne Feiges (Author)

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  2004

  $3.53

  Sibling relationships involving a brother or sister with an autism spectrum disorder present enormous emotional and practical challenges throughout the life span. In a unique combination of narrative context and deeply moving first-person excerpts from interviews with 20 siblings, this informative guide offers in-depth coverage of the issues of paramount concern to typical siblings. A chapter devoted to coping strategies is enhanced by end-of-chapter professional advice on how to maximize the sibling relationship.