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An Exploratory Analysis of the Lived Experiences of the Glass Sibling

Ritchie, Abigail
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Ritchie, Abigail
Title
An Exploratory Analysis of the Lived Experiences of the Glass Sibling
Date
2023-05-01
Subject
anxiety
intellectual disabilities
developmental disabilities
glass sibling
social work
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http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.13013/2984
Abstract
Glass siblings are siblings of individuals with disabilities or chronic physical or mental illnesses. While the literature is replete with information on individuals with disabilities, there is limited research about the lived experiences of glass siblings. This qualitative research study seeks to understand the experiences of individuals with siblings with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Three themes emerged from the study, including (a) Carrying Guilt, Anxiety, and Empathy, (b) Social Support is Essential, and (c) Doing What Needs to be Done. The overall findings implicate social work professional efforts that validate the glass siblings’ experiences, increase connections to adequate support, and mobilize resources that reduces stress related to caregiving.
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Simmons, Lamont
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Social Work
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Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
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