Research consistently shows that relationships with siblings are special and important for well-being across the lifespan. In the United States, one in six children has a developmental or behavioral ...

NORTH DAKOTA (KXNET) — A growing program in North Dakota is helping a group that’s often overlooked: siblings of children with disabilities. It’s called Sibshops, and it gives kids a chance to talk, ...

CHICAGO — Millions of Americans have siblings with disabilities. But when parents die, these siblings often become the primary caregivers. It’s something many are unprepared for. One group is ...

The Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee recommended adding a disability awareness unit to the health curriculum and offer more support to siblings of students living with disabilities in ...

People with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) have unique needs. This article discusses the work of PMLD ...

When one child has mental health needs or a disability, family life often revolves around their care. The other child—sometimes called “the sibling without identified needs”—may be resilient and ...

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, some “otherwise qualified” individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination and ...

I have four grandchildren, three of whom have been diagnosed with learning disabilities. At different times, they have had Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), legally binding documents under the ...

You have /3 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. It’s time to rethink disability accommodations in higher education. While essential for ensuring ...