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ERIC Number: EJ392570
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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Sibling Relationships of Children with Disabled and Nondisabled Brothers and Sisters.
McHale, Susan M.; Gamble, Wendy C.
Developmental Psychology, v25 n3 p421-29 May 1989
Data indicated that children with mentally retarded siblings appeared to take on more household and sibling caregiving responsibilities, reported somewhat more negative experiences with their mothers, and exhibited poorer adjustment than did children without mentally retarded siblings. (RH)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Children, Family Characteristics, Mental Retardation, Sibling Relationship, Well Being
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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