Brothers & sisters
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Children who grow up in mixed-gender families are more relaxed with the opposite sex than those who come from same-sex families. The chances of sibling rivalry are also reduced. There are also disadvantages for the children, since they have no one with whom they can share gender-specific interests.
Publication Name: Working Mother
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0278-193X
Year: 1995
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The roller-coaster years
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Children who are pre-teens are discussed with emphasis on their actions and emotions. Strategies for coping with children of this age who can be extremely demanding and signs which can indicate bigger problems are described.
Publication Name: Working Mother
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0278-193X
Year: 2000
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Home alone
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The most suitable age to leave children alone at home is discussed with emphasis on the possible risks. Advice on ways to approach this situation and information a child should be aware of before being left are presented.
Publication Name: Working Mother
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0278-193X
Year: 2000
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