With increased inclusion of students with disabilities in neighborhood schools and other general education settings and other attendant factors, some siblings experience a greater risk for behavior problems.

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Research studies have shown that siblings of children with disabilities who are integrated into general education settings may experience increased stress and behavior problems due to the challenges of adapting to their siblings' needs and the changes within the family dynamic. This is not to say that all siblings of children with disabilities will have behavior problems, but the increased risk has been noted in some cases.

With Increased Inclusion of Students with Disabilities in Neighborhood Schools