Human beings always look for reasons for everything, from the existence of a sister to the universe. That is why science reveals the reason why having a sister is better. Several studies have shown the benefits of having siblings, but it is not the same whether they are men or women.
After many studies and investigations, it is known that living in a home as the only son or daughter is not the same as living with other brothers or sisters. Precisely the fact that having a sister (but not a brother) would provide more cognitive and psychological benefits than not having one, despite being able to suffer various arguments and fights typical of living together during day to day, and for several years.
These are the benefits of having a sister
A study from Brigham Young University in the United States has revealed something surprising: adults who have sisters are better people. That is what we mean by ‘better person’, those with solid values, great skills in relating to others, and greater ease in resolving conflicts. The thing is, they help develop social skills, from communication to commitment and negotiation; Even conflicts could be beneficial in the long run, as long as they are for minor reasons.
Jensen and his colleagues at BYU have conducted multiple studies on the matter. One of them dates back to 2010 and was published in the Journal of Family Psychology. In this work, researchers concluded that having a sister can improve mental health and self-esteem. In particular, the sisters would help to avoid the feeling of loneliness, not feeling loved, guilt, shyness, and fear.
On the other hand, this same work also suggested that it can make you a kinder and more generous person by promoting positive social behaviors, such as compassion or altruism, as displays of affection and love, something that not even parents would be able to promote properly. the same way. Even after suffering typical everyday fights, positive attitudes would win out, given that such conflicts promote, in turn, the regulation of emotions in the long term.
It can even help improve conflict resolution, promote empathy, and learn to handle difficult arguments or situations when interacting with an “intimidating” older sister. On the other side of the coin, if you have an insecure younger sister, it is possible to improve your empathy and caring abilities thanks to her.
Likewise, according to a survey conducted in 2009, having at least one sister would promote ambition and independence, compared to growing up with male brothers. According to Tony Cassidy, co-author of this survey, from the University of Ulster, this behavior would imply a desire to improve and try to achieve goals. A stimulus that seems not to exist if you have siblings.
This story was written in Spanish by Perla Vallejo in Ecoosfera
