The study carried out by economist Joseph Doyle, from MIT (renowned Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in the U.S), reveals that many people question whether the middle siblings are the most problematic within the family and even in society – in particular, boys.
By researching thousands of families in the Florida and on Denmark, Doyle found that these children are 20 to 40 percent more likely to have behavior at school, necessitating discipline, and in some cases reaching the justice system criminal.
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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 that perfect older brother and rebellious younger brother who aroused everyone's concern.
The explanation for this behavior may lie in the lack of attention that middle children receive from their parents. Perhaps, if more time and affection were devoted to these children, many of them would not seek 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 characteristics of the oldest, middle and youngest children.
According to Adler, middle children tend to have more difficulty fitting in, as they find themselves caught between the eldest, who is often gifted, and the youngest, who is often spoiled.
Another study conducted in 2013 showed that middle children were 33% more likely to be considered delinquent compared to older siblings.
It's understandable that many people can relate to these situations. It is possible that the middle sibling is more challenging to raise due to lack of parental attention, or perhaps for other socioeconomic or even cultural reasons.
Every family is unique and sibling dynamics can vary. However, it is interesting to reflect on this research and consider how we can improve the way we interact with and care for all children, regardless of their position in life. family.
