Disability + Siblings: What the Research Says with Meghan Burke, PhD • Take the Next Step

E22—Is having a sibling with a disability hard on kids? Researcher Meghan Burke has spent years studying (and living) this question. Her findings might surprise you. In this episode, she joins Amy Julia Becker to share: • what siblings actually say about growing up alongside disability • why the "burden" narrative is mostly a myth • the one conversation every family needs to have before a crisis hits Show notes: https://amyjuliabecker.com/sibling-re... 00:00 Introduction to Sibling Relationships in Disability 01:28 Research Insights on Sibling Dynamics 04:37 Understanding the Myths and Realities 08:14 The Experience of Being Overlooked as a Sibling 09:39 Common Strengths Among Siblings 11:28 Siblings' Needs and Involvement 15:21 The Normalization of Disability in Sibling Relationships 16:56 Fostering Mutual Care in Families 21:42 Future Planning and Sibling Responsibilities Find more episodes: https://amyjuliabecker.com/shows/ Join the conversation on Substack: https://amyjuliabecker.substack.com/ Where you can find me: Instagram:   / amyjuliabecker   Facebook:   / amyjuliabeckerwriter   Threads: https://www.threads.net/@amyjuliabecker Take the Next Step is produced in collaboration with Hope Heals. Hope Heals creates sacred spaces of belonging and belovedness for families affected by disabilities to experience sustaining hope in the context of inclusive, intentional, inter-ability communities. Find out more about our resources, gatherings, and inter-ability communities at www.hopeheals.com. Follow on Instagram @hopeheals.