ExpertBeacon is US website aiming to provide expert advice and assistance to consumers over a range of topics. Their 'Raising kids with special needs' section has recently published two articles from experts at the Massachusetts General Hospital Down syndrome program addressing matters of interest to siblings:
Brian Skotko and Susan Levine, ExpertBeacon, 12th September 2013
All sibling relationships are almost guaranteed to involve a humiliating moment or two. However, when you have a brother or sister with intellectual disabilities, you become more aware of the reactions of others. Does your sister embarrass you because of her disability? Are people noticing her--and you--because of her appearance? ...Helping sibs advocate for people with intellectual disabilities
Brian Skotko and Susan Levine, ExpertBeacon, 19th September 2013
Brothers and sisters across the country are realizing that they can make a difference on behalf of their siblings with intellectual disabilities. Do you want the world to recognize all of the talents that individuals with disabilities have? Is there an injustice that you want to correct? Perhaps you are looking to become more involved in the lives of people with disabilities through volunteer service?
If you are having these ideas and feelings, you can become an advocate of people with disabilities. Advocates spread the truth, correct misconceptions, and stand up for the things they believe in. There are countless ways that you can become an advocate for disabilities ...
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