Siblings of Infants and Toddlers With Disabilities in Early Intervention

Kresak, Karen; Gallagher, Peggy A.; Rhodes, Cheryl

doi:10.1177/0271121409337949

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“…The number of people living at the same home also seems to have some influence on FQoL, according to our results for both age groups. In our case, we link this result to the presence of siblings, which, although some studies observe that it may have positive repercussions on their development in the long term, in general causes more stressful situations for parents and siblings, which influences their FQoL (Hames & Appleton, ; Kresak et al, ; Schuntermann, ).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 75%

Family Quality of Life for People With Intellectual Disabilities in Catalonia

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Gràcia

Vilaseca

et al. 2015

Policy Practice Intel Disabi

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Researchers, professionals, and families have shown increasing concern about the quality of life of people with intellectual disabilities (ID) and their families. Due to the growing interest in family quality of life (FQoL) as a key issue for social policy in the ID field, the aim of this research was to explore FQoL in Catalonia (Spain). The Spanish Family Quality of Life Scales (CdVF-E) were completed by 144 families using the version for households with children up to 18 years of age and by 122 families using the version for households with adult children over 18 years of age. The results show that FQoL is higher in families with adult children over 18 years of age than in families with children up to 18 years of age, and there are differences among domains in both groups. Likewise, there are relations between the scores in the scales and some demographic characteristics such as marital status, level of education, employment status, and family income, particularly in households with children under 18 years of age.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 75%

Family Quality of Life for People With Intellectual Disabilities in Catalonia

Giné

Gràcia

Vilaseca

et al. 2015

Policy Practice Intel Disabi

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“…Therefore, there is a clear need for proper support of siblings of children with autism (Mascha and Boucher 2006). Siblings are an integrative component of the family system and are key players shaping the experiences and learning opportunities available to children with special needs (Kresak et al 2009). …”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Supporting Siblings of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Tsao

Davenport

Schmiege

2011

Early Childhood Educ J

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Research studies have shown the importance of early intervention services for young children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their families. However, most attention has been given to the effectiveness of treatments solely for children with ASDs. Because the family centered practice has been emphasized and supported by many researchers and legislation, involving family members other than children with ASDs and their parents in the assessing, planning, and implementing interventions is seen as crucial. The purpose of this article is to review what sibling relationships look like for a typically developing sibling of a child with an ASD and what resources are available for parents and specialists to support siblings of children with ASDs.

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“…Similar to parental stress, parental attitudes regarding the B/S with a DD can be a powerful influence on the sibling's adjustment (McHale & Gamble, 1989;Powell & Gallagher, 1993). When parents appreciate the contributions of children with DDs, they can better help siblings develop a positive outlook regarding their own relationship with their B/S (Kresak, Gallagher, & Rhodes, 2009).…”

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Siblings of Individuals With Disabilities: Reframing the Literature Through a Bioecological Lens

Saxena

Adamsons

2013

J of Family Theo & Revie

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In the United States alone, there are almost 300,000 individuals with developmental disabilities. Researchers have focused primarily on such individuals and their parents; however, the developmental outcomes of such individuals' siblings have been understudied. Research on siblings frequently is atheoretical, which makes it difficult to organize findings in ways that enhance understanding of the multiple influences on sibling development and to predict and promote siblings' outcomes. Application of a theoretical framework is crucial, as it has implications for supports available to siblings and families, as well as for research, programs, and policy. Here, a bioecological framework is used to organize existing research about siblings of individuals with disabilities and the factors that help or hinder their development and to highlight areas needing further study.

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Siblings of Infants and Toddlers With Disabilities in Early Intervention

Cited by 19 publications

References 35 publications

Family Quality of Life for People With Intellectual Disabilities in Catalonia

Family Quality of Life for People With Intellectual Disabilities in Catalonia

Supporting Siblings of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Siblings of Individuals With Disabilities: Reframing the Literature Through a Bioecological Lens

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