Acceptance
If someone with a disability makes noises, should you laugh or stare at him or her?
No! Some people with disabilities may make noises due to their disability.
Is everyone with autism non-verbal?
No
How can a sibling support a brother or sister with special needs?
Be there to talk, to play, to listen, to hug....
Name a disability
Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X Syndrome, Tourette's Syndrome, etc
Do people with disabilities want to be accepted and treated like everyone else?
Of course they do!!
What are some things that kids with autism may use to help them?
Communication device, sensory toys, headphones, etc.
Can you get frustrated with your sibling with special needs?
Yes!
Can someone have more than one disability?
Yes, it is possible
List a few things that people with disabilities may use to help them cope??
Headphones, service dog, fidget toys, medications, therapies, siblings and family members to help them, etc.
Can you tell if someone has autism by how she or he looks?
Not usually.
What is something fun you can do with your sibling with special needs?
Just about anything!
Does everyone with a disability get diagnosed as a baby or child?
No. While some children are diagnosed very young, others are diagnosed when they are older.
Are all disabilities noticeable by looks?
No.
What challenges could a person with autism face?
A: struggles with social skills
B: repeats behaviors over and over
C: challenges with verbal language
D: all of the above
D (all of the above)
Your sibling got their disability because of something you or your sibling did. True or False.
False! Nobody caused the disability of your brother or sister.
Are you the only person with a sibling with special needs?
No! Just look around and you will see that you are not alone!
Can many people with disabilities play sports and musical instruments?
Yes they can!
How do you get autism?
A. Eating too much broccoli.
B. Being out in the sun too long.
C. You are born with it.
You are born with it.
Name something that's true about a lot of kids who have a sibling with a disability.
They are often more mature, more patient, and more understanding than kids who don't have a sibling with a disability.
They usually love their sibling even though they may get frustrated or mad at times.
They often learn to take care of a lot of things because they see how much their sibling needs.
They sometimes feel that life isn't fair.
Should siblings of people with disabilities keep their emotions and feelings cooped up and wait for them to explode?
No. You should talk to someone about how you are feeling and you can attend Sibshops!