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This paper explains that the birth-order effects theory assumes that the order in which a person is born into his or her family can have an everlasting impact on the way he or she interacts in society; there are four general categories: First-born, middle-born, last-born and the only child. The author points out that there are several factors to consider when examining birth order and its effects; spacing, gender, sequence of gender, genes and sibling deaths are a few. The paper relates that stereotypically (1) a first-born child is described as reliable, hardworking and a natural leader; (2) the middle-born child is the mediator, independent and jealous; (3) the youngest child is manipulative, charming and a people-person and (4) the only child is selfish, high expectations of oneself and unrelenting-a "super first born".

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"There are two types of first-borns: Caregivers and aggressive types. The caregivers are those that embrace the younger children and go out of their way to ensure they're happiness. They are the ones who ensure that the younger siblings are cared for, often volunteering to help baby sit. Many of these first born children go on to become teachers and nurses, which combines the best of both worlds. The aggressive first born are those that become the leaders in society. Many of these first born have moved on to become some of the great leaders of this country. In fact, 56% of Presidents of the United States have been first-borns and have become the most effective leaders within the presidency. It is these first born children that are on the cutting edge of society, they are the CEO's of major corporations and the leaders in their graduating classes. They tend have great social skills, and are always the leaders within their social groups- they tend to choose very wisely on who to associate and with whom they're seen."

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