Birth order in cross-cultural perspective
Developmental Psychology • Vol/Iss. 10(1) • American Psychological Association • Washington, D.C. • Published In • Pages: 48-54 •
By Rosenblatt, Paul C., Skoogberg, Elizabeth L.
Hypothesis
"Firstborns receive more elaborate ceremonies at birth . . . are given more duties to perform, have authority over siblings, and receive more respect from siblings" (51)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sign test | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | One-tailed |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Authority Over Siblings | Association | Family Relationships |
| Elaborate Birth Ceremony | Association | Ceremonial During Infancy And Childhood |
| Firstborn | Association | Status Of Children |
| Given Duties To Perform | Association | Family Relationships |
| Receive Respect From Siblings | Association | Family Relationships |