When a sibling is dying,
A)the energies of parents seem to be directed toward the dying child.
B)healthy siblings may be distressed and feel guilty about being healthy.
C)young healthy siblings may demonstrate increased behavior problems.
D)energies of parents seem to be directed toward the dying child, and so healthy siblings may be distressed and feel guilty about being healthy, and young healthy siblings may demonstrate increased behavior problems.

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All the statements provided in options A, B, and C are true and are encompassed in option D, which summarizes the effects on both the parents and the healthy siblings when a sibling is dying. Parents often focus their attention on the dying child, which can lead to feelings of guilt, distress, and behavioral problems in the healthy siblings.

When a Sibling Is Dying