Brothers and sisters of children with disabilities /

Burke, Peter, 1948-

Brothers and sisters of children with disabilities / Brothers and sisters of disabled children Peter Burke. - London : Jessica Kingsley, 2004. - 159 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 141-150) and indexes.

Theory and practice -- A framework for analysis : the research design -- The impact of disability on the family -- Family and sibling support -- Children as young carers -- Change, adjustment and resilience -- The role of sibling support groups -- Support services and being empowered -- Conclusions : reflections on professional practice for sibling and family support.

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Brothers and sisters--Family relationships.
Children with disabilities.
Self-help groups.
Children with disabilities--Family relationships.

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