SiblingsAug 1, 2026
Only Children Have One Key Difference—Psychologists Explain Why
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Psychology says people who safeguard the secrets of their siblings aren't acting out of selfishness or dishonesty in many situations.
This post was co-written with Daniel Pollack, MSW, JD. Sometimes one or more siblings in a family are placed in foster care.
Sibling dynamics have long been overlooked as important, especially compared to other family relationships, like those with parents.
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