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Special Siblings: Growing Up with Someone with a Disability, Revised Edition,New
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In this absorbing and candid book, Mary McHugh reveals what she experienced as the sister of a man with cerebral palsy and mental retardationand shares what others have learned about being and having a special sibling. Weaving a lifetime of memories and reflections with relevant research and interviews with more than 100 other siblings and experts, McHugh explores a spectrum of feelingsfrom anger and guilt to love and prideand helps readers understand the issues siblings may encounter in childhoodsuch as dealing with their own needs for attention and information, identifying with their parents grief, understanding their siblings disability, and coping with their own feelings adolescencesuch as participating in family discussions, fitting in with peers, searching for their own identity, and talking to a counselor or therapist adulthoodsuch as building a support system, navigating adult relationships, deciding whether to have children, and planning for their siblings future care Emotional and enlightening, this book is a mustread for teen and adult siblingsand all professionals who support people with disabilities and their families.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Special Siblings: Growing Up with Someone with a Disability'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the experiences and emotions of siblings who grow up with a brother or sister with a disability. It explores the challenges, feelings, and coping mechanisms that arise in childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Special Siblings: Growing Up with Someone with a Disability' is Mary McHugh.
- Q: What types of disabilities are discussed in the book? A: The book mainly discusses disabilities such as cerebral palsy and mental retardation, but it also addresses a range of other disabilities through interviews and research.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both teens and adults? A: Yes, the book is a must-read for both teen and adult siblings of individuals with disabilities, as well as professionals who support these families.
- Q: What kind of insights does the author provide? A: Mary McHugh shares personal experiences, reflections, and insights gathered from interviews with over 100 siblings and experts, covering a wide spectrum of emotions and challenges faced by siblings.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is classified as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: When was the revised edition of the book published? A: The revised edition of 'Special Siblings' was published on November 1, 2002.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book discuss the future care of siblings with disabilities? A: Yes, the book addresses important future considerations for siblings, including building a support system and planning for their sibling's future care.