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Sibling Birth Order

Published: April 2, 2018, 1 p.m.

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Shivaani Kohok explores why so many people feel that the order in which we are born shapes our character and destiny. Whether you\\u2019re the eldest, the youngest or a middle child can make a difference to how we see ourselves and how we relate to others, according to psychologists. And some studies suggest that there economic and educational advantages to being the first or later born child \\u2013 depending where in the world you live. Herself the eldest of three, Shivaani talks with other sisters of different ages to find out why they love or hate their place in their sibling hierarchy.

(Image: Siblings of different ages, Credit: Shutterstock)

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