Sibgroups: supporting siblings of children on the autism spectrum

Knott, F. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5334-7206 (2009) Sibgroups: supporting siblings of children on the autism spectrum. Good Autism Practice, 10 (2). pp. 18-26. ISSN 1466-2973

Abstract/Summary

A clinical psychologist describes four sibling support groups (Sibgroups) set up in Berkshire and Scotland. These were weekly groups for brothers and sisters of children on the autism spectrum. The article provides details of the content of the sessions and the instruments used to measure participants' views on autism and their relationship with their brother of sister. It also provides ideas on how to elicit their views and on the areas in which they may require knowledge and support.