Parental Interaction in Siblings with Communication Disorder: A Case Study

The present case study emphasizes the significance of parental interactions in siblings with communication disorders. It underscores the importance of parental involvement in the lives of children diagnosed with communication disorders and how it impacts the quality of life for both parents and children. The study involves a 3.8-year-old Male and 1.9-year-old female siblings were diagnosed with moderate autism spectrum disorder and developmental language disorders respectively. The parent-child and sibling interactions were assessed using the parent-child interactions scale by Brigance III which revealed insufficient parental stimulation. A questionnaire regarding the parent’s perception of communication difficulties and their quality of life was administered. This study concluded that the children’s language disorders were attributed to inadequate parental interaction, highlighting the vital role of parent-child interaction in early language development.