Sibling Aggression and Abuse Research and Advocacy Initiative

Sibling Aggression & Abuse Research & Advocacy Initiative
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Prevention, Intervention, and Healing

 

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.
 

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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.

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Professionals & Practitioners

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Parents & Families

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Siblings

Areas of Expertise

Our expertise includes all types of harmful sibling dynamics and promoting positive sibling relationships.

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Sibling Rivalry & Conflict

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Sibling Aggression & Abuse

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Positive Sibling Relationships

Our Psychology Today Blog: The Science of Siblings

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News

Updated bulletin offers guidance and resources for reducing sibling aggression and abuse and improving sibling relationships. Learn More
The SAARA team collaborated with Trish Cox from the UNH Department of Social Work to record a webinar for the Association of Child Life Professionals. Learn More