
New research has suggested the reason why older siblings are likely to earn more than their brothers and sisters - although the difference in earnings is smaller than you might think.
The sibling bond is a special one, and having brothers and sisters can really shape children's lives. In fact, research has shown that kids who fight with their siblings will fare better in life as well as the ways siblings affect a teen's mental health. And have you heard of eldest daughter syndrome? It turns out that first-born daughters really do mature quicker mentally, according to research.