Siblings of Children With Autism: A Guide for Families (Topics in Autism)

Siblings of Children With Autism: A Guide for Families (Topics in Autism) by Harris, Sandra L., Ph.d.. paperback edition. ISBN: 9781606130742.

This revised and updated edition takes a fresh look at what its like to grow up as a sibling of a child with autism – the basics of sibling relationships at all ages and how autism can affect these dynamics. Parents get important advice about balancing responsibilities for each child, encouraging their kids to share feelings, explaining autism to other children, and initiating play and interaction between siblings. This new edition includes case examples reflecting improvements in applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques, new photos, an updated resource section, and tips on the how technology can help siblings and their families connect with other families. Throughout the book, family case studies provide insights into how other families deal with common concerns and situations.