The study conducted by economist Joseph Doyle of MIT (renowned Massachusetts Institute of Technology). US) shows that many people question whether the middle siblings are the most problematic in families and even in society especially boys.
By researching thousands of families in the Florida and further DenmarkDoyle found that these children are 20 to 40 percent more likely to have behavior problems in school, which requires discipline and, in some cases, ends up in court.
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This finding may shed light on our fascination with “bad boys” during middle and high school years.
Back then, there was always the perfect older brother and the rebellious younger brother who caused everyone’s concern.
The explanation for this behavior could lie in the lack of attention middle children receive from their parents. If more time and affection were given to these children, many of them might not try to take this dissatisfaction out into the world.
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The famous Austrian psychologist Alfred Adler proposes a theory that describes the personality traits of the oldest, middle and youngest children.
According to Adler, middle children tend to have more difficulty adjusting because they are caught between the eldest, who is often gifted, and the youngest, who is often spoiled.
Another 2013 study showed that middle children were 33% more likely to be delinquent than older siblings.
It is understandable that many people can understand these situations. Perhaps raising the middle sibling is more difficult to raise due to a lack of parental attention or other socioeconomic or even cultural reasons.
Every family is unique and sibling dynamics can be different. However, it is interesting to reflect on this research and consider how we can improve the way we interact and care for all children, regardless of their position in life. Family.