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My sibling has a disability

Supporting brothers and sisters of children diagnosed with a disability.

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An introductory booklet for the brothers and sisters of children who have been diagnosed with a disability.

Siblings are taken step by step through topics such as self-care, coping with difficult emotions, and how to build an enjoyable and meaningful relationship with their brother or sister.

My Sibling Has a Disability ( PDF file, 11.35MB )

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