Sibling support: new program aims to help brothers and sisters of autistic people
NCT ID NCT06361147
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a 6-session psychoeducation program could improve autism knowledge, sibling relationships, well-being, and resilience in 88 adult siblings of people with autism. Participants were all neurotypical adults living in Greece. The program was designed to provide tailored support, and no risks were identified. Results may point to a simple way to help families.
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psychoeducational program
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could offer a simple, low-cost way to support siblings of autistic individuals, improving family dynamics and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study in Greece using newly developed questionnaires not yet published in peer-reviewed journals, so results may not be widely generalizable.
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Hellenic Mediterranean University
Heraklion, Crete, 82102, Greece