A comprehensive study involving nearly 19,000 individuals indicates that parents exhibit favoritism based on specific traits such as conscientiousness and agreeableness among their children. Aside from temperament, birth order also influences parental favoritism, with older siblings often receiving more autonomy. The study highlights the adverse psychological effects on non-favored siblings, who may face difficulties in emotion regulation and relationships. It also reveals that favoritism can manifest in varied ways, from interaction styles to resource allocation, suggesting that the factors affecting favoritism can evolve over time.
Daughters and conscientious children received more favorable treatment from parents, as shown in a study indicating that parental favoritism correlates with traits like agreeableness.
The study reveals that parental favoritism, influenced by sibling temperament and birth order, significantly affects children's mental health and emotional regulation.
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