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Publication Date: 2023
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The Roles of Adult Siblings of Individuals with a Profound Intellectual Disability
Dorsman, Naomi I.; Waninge, Aly; van der Schans, Cees P.; Luijkx, Jorien; Van der Putten, Annette A. J.
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, v36 n6 p1308-1318 2023
Background: Adult siblings are important in the lives of individuals with profound intellectual disabilities, especially as parents age. However, little is known about the roles they assume. Method: We examined these roles among 58 participants from the Netherlands, who completed an online questionnaire. Results: Most participants (89.7%) assumed multiple roles, and the majority were content with their roles. Between 7% and 58% indicated that they were the only individuals providing a certain role. Shared roles primarily involved healthcare professionals, other siblings, and parents. Almost half the participants (48.2%) assigned higher scores for the amount of support provided than for the experienced burden. Conclusions: Adult siblings often assume multiple roles. The shared roles emphasise the importance of collaboration.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Adults, Siblings, Severe Intellectual Disability, Role, Health Personnel, Parents, Experience, Sharing Behavior
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Language: English
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