Only Child Characteristics What Is Only Child Syndrome?
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People who grew up as an 'only child' usually develop these 7 traits as adults, according to psychologists Selfishness, maladjustment, social ineptitude — but is this syndrome even real? A hard look at their personality shows why these beliefs are myths.
Characteristics That Make Only Child Syndrome Real
Explore the myths and truths about only child traits Bearing the full burden of parents’ expectations and emotions can also make it harder for only children to develop and embrace a separate self—particularly during adolescence—a period key for differentiation, pickhardt said. Discover how being an only child may shape personality, social skills, and family dynamics.
Only children are acutely aware that theirs is the only report card coming home, newman said
