Does your brother or sister have autism? You are important too.

To the Typical Siblings of a Brother or Sister With a Disability

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The Others

"My brother and I were born 8 years apart. I was the first-born, the first grandchild, I reigned supreme for 8 years. Then this tiny, goofy, yellow pampered ball of fire exploded into my life and I knew that nothing would ever be the same again."

Dora Perera's account of being an autism sister.

https://bit.ly/2P3P9nR

"Russell and Remmick both have autism. As kids, they...often relied on each other for support. Now, as the siblings navigate the working world, they're still looking out for each other."

https://n.pr/2X1blBE

On national Siblings Day charity Scope chatted to Joe, who has autism, and his sisters Charlie and Lauren. In this blog they talk about growing up together, their achievements and how their lives have been shaped by autism

https://bit.ly/2v5c6hv

An article on Autism and Siblings by the mum of two little girls, one who has a type of autism called pathological demand avoidance
https://bit.ly/2UyyMpy

I Am Jack's Sister - a wonderfully written post by Rose, 10 - about her brother, Jack, who has autism

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A beautifully written post about having a sibling with autism

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 Sisters. An inspiring read by a sister whose brother has autism.

https://christos90.wordpress.com/2016/06/02/sisters/

 Being sensitive towards siblings article from Asperger's 101 - click here

Siblings.

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Autism’s Effect On Siblings.

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Below is a video showing how severely autistic Tom, 6, learnt to embrace life thanks to the love of his older sibling.

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Another article about the siblngs of those with autism;

Autism: siblings 'have no idea how hard they have it'

This article offers 10 lovely ideas to give attention to the siblings of children with speacial needs.

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This article, written by Mandy Boles gives an honest insight into a siblings experience of having a brother with autism.

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For the siblings of children with autism there is a new website aiming to provide them with information, advice and support.

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A lovely account from a sister on coping with her brothers autism.

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Alicia Arenas talks about the importance of recognising the siblings of children with special needs, also known as Glass Children.

Her talk is powerful and eye opening.

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Here is another article that discusses how autism can affect the non-autistic sibling too.

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Siblings of children with special needs face issues which can impact on their emotional health.

The following article 'When your sibling has special needs, what happens to you?' is great advice for the siblings of special needs children.

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Living with a brother or sister with an autism spectrum disorder adds more significant and unique experiences to the sibling relationship.

The following article offers some guidelines for parents. Click here to read.

This article is an honest account of what its like to have a brother with autism

 If you are a parent or carer of a child with autism please fill out this survey!

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The Effects of an Autistic Child on Siblings.

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Faith Jegede tells the moving and funny story of growing up with her two brothers, both of whom have autism and what they have taught her.

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From Lorna - Rhonda ... thanks for the links to your younger son`s book, Asperger's Rhymes with Bass Burgers. Congrats on your web site...lots of interesting and exciting things going on there! Good luck with ALL those many books. Have you seen our Special Needs Book Review site.? Check it out: http://www.specialneedsbookreview.com/

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From Rhonda - Growing up with a sibling who has autism is not something anyone can prepare you for, unfortunately. Our 13-year-old son has Asperger's Syndrome and our 11-year-old son just released his first book, Asperger's Rhymes with Bass Burgers.

I honestly believe that this book, from the eyes of a child, helps in ways that an adult can't. I've had many people respond with statements like "This book helped us to understand (child) so much better."

Now available in soft cover here: http://autismwithrhonda.com/book-store/aspergers-rhymes-with-bass-burgers/
and Kindle here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BEJOP2K

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 A video from a little boy with autism telling about autism and how to treat people who have it. Click here to watch.

 A lovely short video of a young boy speaking about his brother who has autism. Click here to see.

Siblings of Children with Autism or Other Special Needs. To read this please click here.

A heartwarming video about what it is like to have a brother with autism. Please click here to watch.

Responsibility? Jealousy? Anxiety? Lauren Woodcock writes about the common feelings of autistic children's siblings. Please click here to read.

Here is a video on what it is like for children who have siblings with autism. Watch how the support group teaches siblings to relate better with each other.

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Hi Felicity, 

I have a blog about siblings of children with autism and am currently developing a membership-based site for siblings as well. My goal is to support and encourage siblings! http://www.supersib.com 

Best, 

Maureen

supersibling[at]gmail[com]

 Blog shows bullying can happen to siblings of children with autism as well http://www.savette.com/blog/it-can-happen-to-siblings-as-well/

 A book review of the book titled 'Siblings of Children with Autism', click here to read.

This book has been reviewed as 'Definitely for you if: you're a parent of a child with autism, and not sure about how your other kids are dealing with that ... you like your advice to come with research back-up ... you're looking for practical suggestions to help your kids interact.'

Here is an article about the benefits of growing up with a brother or a sister who has autism, click here to read.

 There is a Facebook group called - 'Siblings of Autistic Children', please click here to visit.

We would recommend watching the film - 'The Black Balloon' (2008)

Charlie Edwards has written an article about his life with his brother Jonathon, who has severe autism, click here to read.

 We have an article on our article page which talks about supporting siblings, click here to read.