Siblings : Friends or Rivals ?

What if the longest relationship of your life is also the most misunderstood ? Siblings : Friends or Rivals ? explores how brothers and sisters shape our emotions, habits and health. Based on recent international research (2024-2025), this short book reveals how birth order, gender and age gaps influence personalities, why resource dilution in large families can undermine mental health, and how warm relationships reduce depression while promoting healthier eating and physical activity. The author distinguishes rivalry, constructive conflict and aggression, revealing that nearly one third of children experience intrafamily violence. Through concrete examples and expert advice, the book proposes strategies to transform rivalry into lasting support : fairness, active listening, mediation and shared activities. It offers solutions for families facing disability or mental disorders, emphasises the importance of social play, and reminds readers that strong sibling bonds reinforce resilience and public health. In less than ten minutes of reading, deepen your understanding of sibling dynamics and take steps to foster harmony at home.