ERIC Number: EJ1369507
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Publication Date: 2023-Feb
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"Sometimes I Feel Grateful…": Experiences of the Adolescent Siblings of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Malaysia
Chu, Shin Ying; Kassim, Siti Nur Zafirah binti; Gan, Chun Hong; Fierro, Veronica; Chan, Caryn Mei Hsien; Hersh, Deborah
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v53 n2 p795-807 Feb 2023
Sibling relationships remain understudied in typically developing adolescents who have siblings with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This study explored the lived experiences and perceptions of adolescents who have a brother or a sister with a diagnosis of ASD using semi-structured interviews. Using thematic analysis, the participants reported having difficulties communicating with their siblings. Feeling a mixture of emotions was common when interacting with their siblings with ASD and emotional self-regulation was a typical coping strategy utilized by these adolescents. Despite the challenges, having a sibling with ASD led to closer relationships between the siblings. These findings offer insights into these adolescents' needs and how they may be best supported, informing the practice of speech-language pathology and other health professions.
Descriptors: Sibling Relationship, Siblings, Adolescents, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Interpersonal Communication, Emotional Response, Self Control, Coping, Foreign Countries
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Malaysia
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