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Research into effects sibling illness in early childhood

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sublimecorpse · 31/01/2014 22:17

I wasn't really sure where to put this, if anyone can suggest a better board then please let me know and I'll ask for this thread to be moved.

I'm wondering if anyone knows where I can look for information on research done into the effects on a child 4years plus who had a younger sibling born with health problems which required frequent and prolonged periods in hospital?

My sibling was born when I was 4 and almost died a few times. I saw some horrific stuff and have some issues now which I'm thinking may possibly be related.

Our mum obviously had to prioritise my sibling and spent lots of time - including overnight - in hospital by the bedside.

My sibling has had 20 + operations so lots of hospital talk, visits, worry and upset over the years.

Any thoughts appreciated.

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