How Siblings Shape Us, Even in Adulthood
We talk to New York Times Magazine staff writer Susan Dominus about how siblings shape who we are.
May 20, 2025
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How Siblings Shape Us, Even in Adulthood
Summary
What makes a family tick? While parents spend lots of time and energy trying to shape their kids’ lives, studies show that siblings play as significant a role in who their brothers and sisters become. We talk to New York Times Magazine staff writer Susan Dominus about her new book, “Family Dynamic: A Journey into the Mystery of Sibling Success,” and we hear from you: how did a sibling shape who you are?
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Susan Dominus, author, "The Family Dynamic: A Journey into the Mystery of Sibling Success;" staff writer, New York Times Magazine
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