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Reply to "when do you start talking to child about their special needs sibling? "
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[quote=Anonymous]In talking with our school counselor, he talked about never having a "big talk" to explain SN. Basically, you have little moments of conversation. Speak in terms with both kids (not necessarily at the same time) about how different people's brains work differently also using the words learning differences rather than learning disabilities. So if you're older child has trouble reading and expresses frustration, you emphasize that yes, reading is difficult, but he does art or soccer really well. If your older son, tries to use his SN as an excuse, you need to nip it in the bud. Same goes for if your younger son teases your older son. It is wonderful that your younger son is showing concern and empathy for his older brother. The next time the opportunity comes up, I would explain simply to the younger one that his brother gets frustrated b/c X is difficult for him. I would seek counseling for the older one asap.[/quote]
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