THE SIBLING AGGRESSION AND ABUSE
RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY INITIATIVE
We provide guidance and training to families and professionals to prevent and stop sibling rivalry, conflict, aggression, and abuse. Our goals include supporting siblings and positive sibling relationships to enhance well-being across the lifespan.
More Than
Sibling Rivalry
In this video, Cindy shares her
experience with childhood sibling
abuse and talks about its lasting impact.
Listen to her story to learn more about
sibling aggression and abuse, and
why sibling aggression is a form
of family violence—not rivalry.
Sibling Abuse: Cindy's Story
Audiences We Serve
Our core audiences include professionals and practitioners, parents and families, and siblings.
Areas of Expertise
Our expertise includes all types of harmful sibling dynamics and promoting positive sibling relationships.
The Science of Siblings on Psychology Today
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Aug31Patterns of sibling abuse can linger across time, but they do not have to define a survivor’s future.
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Jul8Children with disabilities or mental illnesses sometimes behave aggressively toward their siblings. Learn what parents can do to help their children and promote safety.
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May4Promoting positive sibling relationships while children are in foster care includes being intentional in supporting siblings’ development of a close bond.
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