Are you an only child...if so, do you feel it negatively influenced the type of

people have the illusion that only children are spoiled in a rotten way.some are even envious of the fact that you are an only child.I honestly don't know what it is that makes people think that.I loved being an only child as a child.People always made a huge deal out of that once they knew.It was like suddenly I was a princess or something.I was raised with parents that lived apart but remained friends and occasionally lovers,I have only seen my parents argue twice in my life.I had siblings who lived with my dad and visited often,but I enjoyed being home and quiet and not having to share my bed with bedwetters.My mom worked so being home alone bothered me for years,but eventually you grow use to that and come to enjoy your time alone.Today I enjoy being alone and like my own company.I am never in need of friends and can sit in my apartment in the dark watching tv alone and laugh and carryon all by myself.I found good things came from my childhood,especially knowing I don't need a mans company to feel good or to enjoy me.

I am a only child and there are negative influences for both the only child and children with siblings. A only child can entertain themselves, can defend for themselves and can make decisions without the influence of others and I think that is what the coworker probably meant which should be taken as a compliment. And, I am not saying children with siblings can't do all that stuff either but I have 3 children and I can see the diffence.

that's a really good question. but i dont think it is like that in all cases. some cases it could be that you'll turn out a spoiled brat but not in all. i've been an only child to a point. i lived away from my sisters most of my life. i dont think i've turned out too bad. sure i'm a little spoiled but not to the point where it affects my everyday life.

I believe that it made me stronger and more out going. I had the choice of doing things myself or making a friend and having a buddy. My mom always reminded me to let others choose first. She explained that others with siblings did not always have that luxury. I truly resented being called spoiled. But it is way cheaper to raise one as I found out. I had 5. I was not the same for them as it was for me.

I am an only child and perhaps that is a common misconception that a lot of people have. Maybe my parents just brough me up to think of others and not be selfish. The people that I have found who show the type of behavior you describe are usually the last or youngest child of older parents.

i'm an only child... it was nice when i was still a kid when all the attention of my parents were on me... but, yes, somehow, it has negatively influenced the type of adult that i turned out to be. Like, i expect my friends, or my husband, sometimes even my kids, to give in to my wishes, But through the years, i've learned a lot. Raising 3 kids have greatly influenced the upbringing that i had because i want to set a good example to my kids, that they shouldn't just think of themselves, but rather, they should always remember that they have brother/sisters to consider. Sometimes, old habits still strike me, like, when i buy a chocolate, i always set aside a bar which is for me alone, because yes, i got used to it since i was a kid... i didn't have to share my candies with anyone...

I am also an only child. I don't think that being an only child effects us negatively on the type of adult we become. I know that because I was used to always having a quiet environment at home (no siblings to play with or fight with) that now when my 2 kids start up playing loudly or fighting over something, I tend to get upset quicker. I feel like I am always telling them to quiet down and sit still. I know that part of it is because of there age (ages 2 and 5) but I know a lot of it has to do with my intollerance for the noise. My husband is the oldest of 5 so the noise doesn't bother him as much.

I am not an only child, but I think yes probably it has negative influence to the personality. Just think of that: You did not have to share your things, your wishes with others. But it can be good also, because if you want something you know that it depends only on you. Well, I have only one son, I do want other child (because of money)it is sad, but I always try to comfort myself, that he will be a strong person who allways gets what he wants. I hope..

task that influsce a lot the way in which it has grown, if it comes grown between the persons and in the dialogue it does not change very but if it grows in the solitudine of an only son becomes closed very like being