Name: The sibling bond
Uploaded: 2012-02-26T15:09:02Z
Duration: 20 min 45 s
Description: Were you the favorite child, the wild child or the middle child? Jeffrey Kluger explores the profound life-long bond between brothers and sisters, and the influence of birth order, favoritism and sibling rivalry.

Were you the favorite child, the wild child or the middle child? Jeffrey Kluger explores the profound life-long bond between brothers and sisters, and the influence of birth order, favoritism and sibling rivalry.

The sibling bond

The sibling relationship is one of the deepest, most formative connections people experience, lasting longer than ties with parents, spouses, or children. Childhood rivalry, favoritism, and birth order leave lasting marks, as seen in families like the Kennedys and Roosevelts. Studies reveal that 70 percent of fathers and 65 percent of mothers favor one child, influencing each sibling’s path. Even chaotic playroom battles and lifelong competition teach vital lessons in loyalty, conflict, and love.