核心概念
Parental favoritism can have long-lasting impacts on mental health and family relationships, affecting children's well-being across their lifespan. The author explores the hidden dynamics of favoritism within families and its profound consequences.
摘要
Parental favoritism is a common yet harmful phenomenon that affects around 65% of families, leading to emotional problems and strained sibling relationships. Research suggests that perceived parental favoritism can result in low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues in children. The impact extends into adulthood, influencing adult children's mental health and relationship dynamics within the family.
統計資料
Parental favoritism occurs in around 65% of families.
Emotional closeness with parents is a strong predictor for favoritism.
Maternal favoritism is associated with higher depression scores in adult children.
引述
"Preferential treatment may begin for parents due to one child being easier to parent, they may relate to that child more, see similarities between them and the child." - Laurie Kramer
"Being a mother's favorite child creates conflict in their favored children's relationships with their siblings." - Megan Gilligan