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Brothers and sisters (siblings)
Brothers and sisters (siblings)
About brothers and sisters (siblings)
Siblings are extremely important in a person’s life. Brothers and sisters form a child’s first peer group. Children learn social skills such as...
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When brothers and sisters are separated
Unfortunately it is not always possible for siblings to be placed together in foster care. Separation from siblings in foster care can contribute to...
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Supporting siblings who don't live together
Helping children separated from their siblings Be positive and supportive of relaxed and normalised family time - the earlier relationships are...
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Coping with sibling rivalry
Sibling ‘rivalry’ is a fact of life in all families. It is crucial that children learn how to cope with disputes and sibling squabbles, as this is an...
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