I've heard from some adults who said it was absolutely awful to be an only child, that the focus, like a microscope was on them, they felt lonely, and resented their parents for being selfish.
I have heard a couple (usually women) who said they liked being an only child because they liked the attention and didn't have to share.
Studies show children who are an only child are more likely to have less developed social skills, problems sharing, and problems empathising with other children...
What are your thoughts on deciding to make a child an "only child", is it only a selfish decision for the parent which puts the child at a disadvantage and potentially makes their childhood lonely and a feeling of "nowhere to hide" from the focus, or is it a better decision for a 'global community'?
2007-01-06
08:38:43
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