The Sibling Group: A Neglected Dimension of Placement

Given the realities of foster care, sibling groups only infrequently remain intact. The authors briefly discuss ways to maintain this natural support network despite placement, in light of developmental and therapeutic concerns.

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Published in:Child welfare 1982-11, Vol.61 (8), p.545-552
Main Authors: TIMBERLAKE, ELIZABETH M., HAMLIN, ELWOOD R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Child
Child Development
Child Welfare
Foster Home Care - psychology
Foster/Fosters/Fosterage/ Fosterhome/ Fosterhomes
Grief
Group/Groups/Grouping/Groupism
Humans
Placement
PRACTICE FORUM
Sibling Relations
Sibling/Siblings
Social Support
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Summary:Given the realities of foster care, sibling groups only infrequently remain intact. The authors briefly discuss ways to maintain this natural support network despite placement, in light of developmental and therapeutic concerns.
ISSN:0009-4021