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their siblings. In fact, children are super sensitive at understood and respected? Such will affect their sense of
observing and examining the various family dynamics. This trust, and self-condence, but also how they will deal with
will lead to the manner in which they will respond to issues future disappointments and challenges. As the family
and to others, based on their own experiences, and their dynamics change, the differences between siblings will
perceptions. become more pronounced. Such could impact anything
from their behavioural style to career choices, life goals,
As such, one main difference between brothers and sisters and their self-esteem.
is how they perceive their relationships and roles within
their family. Have they been appreciated, loved,
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