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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.
Outline:
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 and Personality, 2008.
This paper explores the influence of birth order on the personality of a child.
3,290 words (approx. 13.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 94.95
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The paper researches the extent to which birth order affects one's attitude and actions toward life. The paper examines many theories, including those of F.J. Sulloway, D. Conley and B. Dattner on the first-born, second-born, middle children, youngest child and only children. The paper also looks at the other variables that influence personality and emphasizes that birth order is only one element of the subject's background. The paper proposes research to determine whether birth order or other factors are valuable for inspiring personality and style, as well as whether birth order has any bearing on life goals.
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Sulloway's Theories
Conley's and Others'Theories
Dattner and Theories about the First-born
Second-born
Middle Children
Youngest Child
Only Children
Genetic Factors
Special Circumstances and Variables
Research Strategy
Conclusion
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"Alfred Adler (1870-1937), an Austrian psychiatrist, was one of the first theorists to suggest that birth order has an enormous affect on an individual's style of life, friendship, love, and work. But ever since Adler proposed that there are birth order personalities, other studies have been devised that prove additional factors may influence a child's attitude and adjustment as he or she grows to be an adult. These other strong factors are: parental attitudes; organ inferiority, illness, and disability; gender confusion; or social, economic and religious circumstances."
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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, 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.
Outline
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, 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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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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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 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 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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Birth Order and Personality, 2007.
This paper explores the idea of personality development being affected by the order of a child's birth.
1,254 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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The paper researches the theory of birth order and personality development and shows how the theory of birth order can only be positively identified with poor families because of financial insecurities that occur with a greater number of children. The paper relates that one specific element cannot alone create the personality of a child; environment, birth order, society, the family ideals and economic factors all affect a person. The paper concludes that, while the concept of birth order in regard to personality development can be applied to some children, it is not a universal standard that explains the complete personality of all people.
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"The idea of personality development being affected by the order that a child is born into the family has been debated for decades. Some researchers suggest that when there is more than one child in the home the children will take on certain personality characteristics simply because of when they were born in relation to other children. Yet, other researchers suggest that the concept of birth order and personality development cannot be proven, or is only evident in poor families. Furthermore, within the debate is the insistence that what many researchers focus upon as birth order affecting children's personalities is actually environmental factors that have not been considered. Because the debate surrounding this issue is so vast, it is apparent that no one common factor can measure the personality development of a child because each child is subjected to his or her own world, which is filled with elements impacting personality."
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Birth Order and Personality, 2006.
An overview of Albert Adler's theory on the connection between birth order and personality.
1,066 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper examines how Albert Adler, a disciple of Sigmund Freud who later broke away from Freud in order to formulate his own theories of human psychology, theorized that the order in which a person is born (e.g., only; oldest; second of two; middle of three or more; youngest; twin) inherently affects that individual's personality. The author takes this theory and applies it to his own experience as an only child.
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"Moreover, a middle child (of three or more) may also feel squeezed or sandwiched between other siblings, and may, therefore, feel that he or she cannot find a distinct place in the family constellation ("Birth Order Dynamics and Response to Stress"). A youngest child has "the least amount of power in the whole family. He sees his older siblings having more freedom and more superiority. He also gets pampered and protected more than any other child ("Personality Synopsis"). With twins, there is generally a more dominant and a less dominant twin, and these roles function somewhat similarly to the positions of an older and a younger child (of two) (Stein)."
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Birth Order Attributions, 2005.
An analysis of two studies discussing birth order attributions within families.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 2 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper examines two 1981 papers, the first arguing that early born children in a family demonstrate high competitiveness and motivation, in a large U.S. university student sample. The second discusses bio-behavioural factors of personality development to cast doubt on studies such as the first, reminding of various influences to produce motivated personalities that favour achievement.
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"Two Articles Discussing Birth Order Attributions - Questionable Concepts. Introduction Adlerian psychology, developmental psychology, and role theory, indicate that personality variables relate to roles taken on by siblings within a family, as opposed to actual birth order. (1927) Unfortunately, it can seem that those most given to expressing the importance of birth order are sometimes Adlerian psychologists, or those given to otherwise referring to Adler. Nonetheless, birth order has been a concept of tremendous appeal to various researchers in its meaning of attribution according to place among a family's children, from which all manner of predictions have been extrapolated."
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