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Travers, Hilary E.; Carlton, Mary Elizabeth; Carter, Erik W. – Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2020
Although the significance of sibling relationships is widely affirmed, little is known about these relationships in young adulthood. In this study, we examined the experiences and perspectives of 155 siblings (ages 18-30) of individuals with intellectual disability or autism. Our focus was on how young adults spend time with their brother or…
Descriptors: Siblings, Sibling Relationship, Intellectual Disability, Autism
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Heller, Tamar; Kramer, John – Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2009
This study examined factors influencing involvement of siblings of individuals with developmental disabilities in future planning and their expectation of future caregiving. The sample consisted of 139 adult siblings recruited from an online sibling list and a sibling conference. Results indicated that few families made plans or involved siblings…
Descriptors: Social Support Groups, Siblings, Printed Materials, Developmental Disabilities