The Secret Life of Sibs

Episode 5: Kaitlyn's Experience


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Learn about Kaitlyn's experience with her younger sister, diagnosed with 1p36 deletion syndrome. She discusses how being a sibling led to qualities that she employs in her career, sheds light on her sister's rare genetic disorder, and shares how she dealt family health issues as a teenager.

Here is a link to many resources for siblings of someone with special needs: https://www.siblingresources.org/resources. Sib20 and SibNet are fantastic Facebook communities with thousands of siblings! 

If you or someone you know is affected by 1p36 deletion syndrome, here is a link to some resources: http://www.1p36dsa.org/online-community/.

Please contact [email protected] with any questions, concerns, or comments, or to inquire about being on an episode. 

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The Secret Life of SibsBy Romila Santra