Support Siblings of Children with Special Needs
Siblings of special needs children need intentional attention and space to process complex feelings.
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Example Prompt
Help me support my [AGE]-year-old who is the sibling of a child with [SPECIAL NEED]. They're experiencing [FEELINGS/BEHAVIORS - jealousy/embarrassment/worry/extra responsibility/acting out]. Create conversation starters, ways to give them individual attention, how to explain their sibling's needs to them, and resources for sibling support. Family situation is [DESCRIBE].
Pro Tip
Schedule regular one-on-one time that cannot be canceled for sibling appointments or crises.
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