Sibling Rivalry

Sibling Rivalry

The Lisa Show

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  • Oct 1, 2018 3:00 pm
  • 17:59 mins

Sibling abuse is more common than you’d think. Anywhere from 50 to 80 percent of kids experience sibling abuse, according to a study in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence. As a parent, you want each of your kids to feel safe and loved. But the line between sibling rivalry and sibling abuse can be hard to find. When does bickering become bullying? Or playful roughhousing become violence? To sort through these questions, we turn to professional counselor Raychelle Cassada Lohmann. Raychelle has worked in counseling for over 20 years. She’s also the author of several books geared towards youth.