Sibling Stories: Reflections on Life with a Brother or Sister on the Autism Spectrum

Sibling relationships involving a brother or sister with an autism spectrum disorder can present enormous emotional challenges for everyone involved. This exceptional collection of deeply moving first-person excerpts from interviews with 20 siblings offers in-depth coverage of the issues of paramount concern to typical siblings like establishing boundaries and resentment. A chapter devoted to coping strategies is enhanced by end-of-chapter professional advice on how to maximize the sibling relationship.