Does Alfred Adler's birth order theory influence your love life?


By AGENCY
Older siblings tend to want to run everything in a relationship, which may be a result of their family dynamics. — AFP

FAMILY psychology is often used to help us understand our emotional relationships.

From father-related affection issues to intergenerational trauma, there are many theories that can shed light on our behaviour. Recently, however, it’s “birth order theory” that has been the focus of particular attention on TikTok.

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