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Birth Order and Sibling Relationships, 2006.
A look at how a child's place in the family influences its relationship with its siblings.
2,722 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper examines how a child's birth order determines the expectations placed upon him or her by the parents and how these expectations, or lack thereof, impact the relationship that siblings have with one and other. It also looks at how studies of blended, or "step" families, as well as sibling groups separated by the foster care system, underscore how birth order effects the relationship individuals have with their siblings under circumstances that are less than ideal.
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"In families that do remain intact and non-dysfunctional, the parents' treatment of their offspring due to birth order, impacts not only the self-image of the individual child, but the manner by which they relate to their siblings. Parents often encourage competition and comparisons among siblings, with the misperception that encourages their children to work harder and become more successful. This has proved time and time again not to be the case. Siblings have been shown to avoid active participation in activities in which another sibling does well, especially if they are close in age."
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Sibling Issues and Birth Order Influences, 2002.
This paper discusses how some differences between siblings can be attributed to birth order effects.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 35.95
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The place of the individual within the family can be a contributing factor in shaping human personality. This explains, in part, why children from the same family and home environment often show fundamental differences in temperament and behavior.
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Sibling Birth Order, 1983.
This paper studies the Impact of childrens's family position or birth order on his personality, intellectual behavior, development, self-image and parental attitudes.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 10 sources, $ 95.95
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"The purpose of this research is to discuss sibling birth order, its effect on personality, and normal and abnormal and intellectual behavior.
Birth order is the position into which a child is born within the framework of a specific family. Birth order influences how one copes with people and society, on an individual and on a group basis.
Studies and experiments tend to prove that birth order, or ordinal position in a family, is useful in gaining insights into human behavior and patterns of behavior. The birth order factor is also useful for teachers and counselors dealing with adolescents, particularly in a classroom situation since birth order and sibling interaction also effects motivation, achievement, social skills, career choice and life style."
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Sibling Relationships in Dramas by Tennessee Williams, 2004.
An analysis of the sibling rivalries and relationships in Tennessee Williams' works, "A Street Car Named Desire" and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the factors that contribute to the complexities in sibling relationships through an analysis of the siblings in Tennessee Williams' works, "A Streetcar Named Desire," and "A Cat on a Hot Tin Roof".
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"A great deal of literature deals with the impact of birth order, environment, parenting and other aspects related to sibling relationships. Both film versions of Tennessee Williams' dramas "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof" feature intense sibling rivalries. In "Streetcar", the rivalry is between Blanche DuBois and her younger sister Stella Kowalski. In "Cat", the rivalry is between Gooper Pollitt and his younger brother Brick. The rivalry between Blanche and Stella is more one of attachment rivalry than is..."
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Birth Order and Juvenile Delinquency, 2002.
A discussion of whether birth order alone is a reliable determinant of a person?s propensity to become involved in juvenile crime.
3,952 words (approx. 15.8 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 107.95
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This paper examines whether the sociobiological approach of a person's personality holds true in the field of juvenile crime. Specifically, the paper evaluates whether birth order is a significant determinant in whether or not a young person commits crimes and in the rates of juvenile recidivism. It takes interdisciplinary approach to the issue of birth order and juvenile delinquency, drawing on diverse literature from fields including psychology, law, criminology and sociology. The extent of birth order on youth crime is explored through a critical survey and integration of current research on the various determinants of juvenile delinquency.
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Birth Order and Social Behavior
Effects of Birth Order on Criminal Behavior
A Critique of Birth Order Theory
Other Predictors of Criminal Behavior
Conclusion
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"Sulloway maintains that the effects of birth order do not stem merely from biology. Rather, he ascribes this to children?s innate tendency to develop attitudes and personalities that are best suited for maximizing the resources that they get from their parents. Since siblings must compete for their parents? attentions, they carve out their own ?family niches? relative to their brothers and sisters, a niche that is often defined by birth order (Sulloway 1996: 48). Meri Wallace, a child development expert, locates the social construction of birth order roles on the part of the parents. According to Wallace, many of the characteristics resulting from a child?s birth order and family position actually stem from their early relationship with their parents."
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The Relationship Between Birth Order and Power, 2000.
A thorough analysis of the role birth order plays in power, whether political or economic. Includes an extensive section on the effect of birth order on children's behavior.
2,827 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 19 sources, $ 84.95
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"Social scientists advocating family dynamics as reasons for an individual?s drive to achieve and exercise power in a society propose that ordinal position must be examined within the family structure in order to determine how birth order influences socialization which, in turn, affects personality and behavior and exercise of power."
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Birth Order and Achievement, 2007.
This paper researches whether birth order determines academic achievement in second, third and fourth graders.
4,482 words (approx. 17.9 pages), 22 sources, MLA, $ 117.95
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The paper discusses how birth order has been suggested as the source of many personality traits. These personality traits can have an impact on the ability of a child to succeed in many areas of their life. The paper addresses the role that birth order plays in academic achievement among second through fourth graders on a standardized test. The research explores the background and significance of the problem, include a brief literature review of the topic, proposed methodology and a discussion of the project schedule and anticipated outcomes. The paper explains that understanding how birth order impacts academic achievement will help educators understand the abilities of individual students in the school system.
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Statement of Problem
Background and Significance of Problem
Preliminary Review of Literature
Research Methodology and Birth Order Theory
Do We Discount the Theory?
Practical Application of Theory
Research Questions, Design, and Methodology
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"The affects of birth order are well documented and there is s a wealth of academic information available on many areas of the topic. Alfred Adler extensively categorized the characteristics of each birth order. Adler's theory represents the most comprehensive classification of the affects of birth order on the personality and development of children. Adler felt that there were other characteristics that could affect a child's reactions, such as their opinion of themselves, but that this did not diminish the role of birth order in personality development. (Adler, 1928)."
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Birth Order, 2004.
An analysis of the effects of birth order on a child's personality.
3,966 words (approx. 15.9 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 107.95
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This paper discusses a person's place in his family as an indication of his personality. The paper contends that birth order is the key to many defining characteristics of a person. The paper examines the effects birth order can have on personality, intelligence, financial success or failure, criminal behavior and substance abuse disorders. The issue of parental and sibling responsiveness is explored in the paper. The paper concludes with the contention that there is still a lot to be learned about the influences birth order can have on a child.
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Introduction
Personality
Parental and Sibling Responsiveness
Intelligence
Financial Success or Failure
Criminal Behavior
Substance Abuse Disorders
Conclusion
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"Several people are aware of the expression "birth order" but they have not comprehended what it really connotes, hence allow us to begin with a fundamental description. (Understanding Birth Order: Part I: An Overview) Birth order is a theory that has been deliberated since the last so many years and it is believed to contribute in the manner in which individuals act. A lot of attributes are available related to the order a person is born. (The Effects of Birth Order on Procrastination) Birth order implies the number within the household, which the child takes during the period of his or her birth. A child might be the eldest, the middle, and the youngest or somewhere within that. "
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Birth Order, 2004.
Compares and contrasts two articles on birth order.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper examines and compares two articles on how birth order affects a person's behavior. The two articles, "Born for Each Other" by Pamela Withers and "How Your Birth Order Influences Your Life Adjustment" by Lucille K. Forer, both express a general agreement that birth order does shape our attitudes and behavior.
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"The two articles to be compared in this report each focus on questions related to birth order. Pamela Withers, in "Born for Each Other", provides a list of common birth order characteristics and also discusses some aspects of what it means to be an only child. Lucille K. Forer in, "How Your Birth Order Influences Your Life Adjustment", considers the effect of birth order on relationships with parents siblings and self development. This essay will compare and contrast these two related articles each..."
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Birth Order and Self-Esteem, 2004.
Examines literature dealing with the impact of birth order within a family on one's mental health and self-esteem.
1,157 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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Sibling birth order has been credited for how we live our childhood, how we develop as adults, how various things impact us, including parental alcohol and drug abuse, and how much money we will make in a lifetime. This paper presents a research proposal about sibling birth order and how it impacts the development of self-esteem. The proposal explains the importance of understanding the issue, some of the literature that has already been published in the area, and a suggested methodology for conducting the study. The paper also provides a proposed outcome.
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"If birth order does have something to do with self esteem development, future work can be done on how to circumvent any negative birth order issues in the self esteem arena. For example, if research determines that being born last sets the stage for the development of poor self esteem issues because of being largely ignored because of the needs of the other siblings, training and education can be provided to parents to be sure to combat that possibility."
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Birth-Order Effects Theory, 2005.
This paper discusses the concept of birth order effect by analyzing each category and how each relates to the family and society.
1,210 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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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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Birth Order, 2005.
A review of literature, reflecting on birth order attributions in psychology.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper introduces the issue of birth order in relation to personality development, traits and life outcomes. The paper discusses two studies showing parallel, very different views and outlines a large volume of birth order material since the 1960s that has carried over to a popular psychology realm.
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"A Reflection on Birth Order Attributions in Psychology. Introduction This paper opens by examining two papers of 25 years ago that help to show flaws in the idea of personality development or experiential differences owing to a person's position in the family of origin. Adler expressed some interest in connections between psychology, developmental psychology, and role theory, indicating variables related to the positions taken by siblings in a family, more than precise birth order. (1927) One is not surprised to know that Birth Order has been a favourite topic of popular psychology. Many scholars reject theories of birth order for their too reductive nature."
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Child Birth Order, 2004.
An examination of whether child birth order affects the manner in which children communicate with their parents.
1,349 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses and analyzes the topic of birth order in children and how they communicate with their parents. It then discusses why children talk to their parents in different ways because of their birth order. To get a good grasp of this, the paper explains the specific characteristics of the children.
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"First Born ? first born children receive the most attention from their new parents, at least until another child makes an appearance, and so they develop leadership tendencies early on. Their characteristics include "perfectionism, reliability, conscientious, list-makers, well-organized, critical, serious, scholarly, achievers, self-sacrificing, people-pleasers, conservative, supporter of law and order, believer in authority and ritual, legalistic, loyal, and self-reliant" (Editors). Firstborns are achievers, and may go on to higher aspirations than their siblings. They may become engineers, doctors, scientists, accountants, lawyers, or jobs that take precision and mental discipline (Editors). Firstborns exude confidence, and often go on to be leaders. In fact, "Fifty-two percent of United States presidents were firstborns (only four have been babies of their families)" (Editors). Firstborns can also influence the younger children in the family, and take on more adult chores as they grow old enough to help the parents take care of the other siblings."
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Birth Order and Personality, 2006.
An argument validating that birth order can have a significant impact on some important aspects of human personality.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses the idea that many people believe that birth order has some kind of an impact on personality formation. This paper analyses the evidence, as documented in academic and scientific literature, in an attempt to answer the question if these ideas are valid, or are they like the claims of astrology - too vague, and too subject to myriad other influences, to be substantiated in any way? This paper shows there is in fact clear empirical evidence that birth order can have a significant impact on at least some important aspects of human personality.
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Birth Order and Psychology, 2001.
An examination of the effects of birth order on a person's personality and future achievements.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper looks at studies which discuss whether the order of child's birth (first born, second born, etc) influences their personality and future. It compares how different children function according to their birth order and whether there are similarities in these. Psychological examinations are also performed and examined.
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"In previous years there have been quite a bit of research conducted on the subject of birth order and personality. However research on this matter has declined in at least the last 10 to 20 years. In all regards, it is the common perception that people who are first-born have the strongest disposition and have leadership tendencies. Research also tends to point out that children who are first-born usually have greater achievements in their professional careers. By the same token, these students are also more likely to have more mental disturbances than their younger siblings ( Nyman). There are conflicting results as to the popularity factor concerning the first born. Some researchers content that the first-born are generally more popular, thus more out-going. While others contend that the first-born are less popular?and perhaps more stand-offish (Nyman)."
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