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My Brother, My Bully – When a Sibling Wields the Sword

Just when we think we have made significant inroads on bullying at school, a study published in the journal Pediatrics reveals that sibling bullying can be far worse than what happens at school.

According to a study of over 3,500 children (up to age 17), the long-term consequences of being bullied, Read more

The Favorite Child

Do you prefer one of your children?
If you think your favoritism is no big deal—think again. The consequences for both the Golden Child and the runner-up can last a lifetime.

The reality is that most parents will identify with one of their offspring more than the others, which is not harmful when all the children are well loved. But favoritism, taken to an extreme, can cause psychological and even physical harm. Read more