Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 16, 2025

Measuring the Functional Abilities of Children Aged 3-6 Years Old with Observational Methods and Computer Tools
Published on: June 20, 2020
Evaluating iSibWorks: A virtual cognitive-behavioural intervention for siblings of children with disabilities
Kylie D Mallory1, Hiba Al-Hakeem1, Shazeen Alam2
1Bloorview Research Institute, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, 150 Kilgour Road, Toronto, ON M4G 1R8, Canada.
Objectives:
1) Examine if participation in iSibWorks, a group-based virtual intervention for siblings of children with disabilities, impacted siblings' perception of quality of life (QoL) and social support; and 2) Explore siblings' feedback on iSibWorks.
Methods:
Thirty-eight children participated in iSibWorks and completed questionnaires (Pediatric Quality of Life [PedsQL™], Social Support Scale for Children [SSSC]) one week pre- and post-intervention. Conventional content analysis was used to explore siblings' open-ended responses on a post-participation feedback form.
Results:
No significant differences in PedsQL™ and SSSC scores were observed after participating in iSibWorks. Despite this, siblings had positive feedback about iSibWorks and discussed: 1) Engaging in group learning and activities, 2) Meeting other siblings, and 3) Applying iSibWorks content to their daily life.
Conclusion:
Factors related to the COVID-19 pandemic such as family stress, school closures, virtual learning, and social distancing likely impacted study results. Although there were no significant changes in QoL and social support, siblings found iSibWorks to be fun, meaningful, and engaging.
Innovation:
Siblings of children with disabilities can experience psychosocial challenges and there are few virtual interventions designed for this population. iSibWorks was adapted to address this gap and increase access and support for siblings of children with disabilities.
More Related Videos
10:26Problem-Solving Before Instruction PS-I: A Protocol for Assessment and Intervention in Students with Different Abilities
Published on: September 11, 2021
07:20Author Spotlight: Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Combined with Movement Observation in Cerebral Palsy
Published on: August 9, 2024
Related Concept Videos
Modeling in Therapy
Participant Modeling
Participant modeling involves therapists demonstrating calm and effective behaviors in...
Operant Conditioning Intervention
In operant conditioning, behaviors that are...
Learning Disabilities
Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a...
SBAR II: Application of SBAR
SBAR Report from a Nurse to a Health Care Provider
S: "Hello, Dr. Smith. This is Jane, RN, from the Med Surg unit. I am calling to tell you about Ms. White in Room 210, who is experiencing increased pain and redness at her incision site. Her recent...
Treatment Strategies for Psychological Disorders
Psychological therapies focus on modifying emotions, thoughts, and behaviors through talking, interpreting, listening, rewarding, challenging, and modeling. Clinical psychologists, counselors, and social workers commonly practice psychotherapy. Clinical...
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy