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Elizabeth Batson’s book *I Have Needs Too! Supporting the Child Whose Sibling Has Special Needs* combines quotes and drawings from kids whose siblings have special needs with parenting help from a professional. The book offers parents insight and practical advice on how to help their children deal with issues such as embarrassment, the wish for understanding, the sense of responsibility, the importance of fairness, the need for protection, and the sense love and joy that they share with their brother or sister.
The book is short (30 pages), easy to read and offers realistic advice. Batson holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has counseled many people with disabilities and their family members. She also co-leads her local SibShop, part of the national sibling support project, http://www.siblingsupport.org
See also Ms. Batson’s website: http://sites.google.com/site/deeprootsinfrost/home
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