Having a Sister Promotes Mental Health

This article from FitSugar says you may be even luckier than you thought if you have a sister:

You may have spent your youth squabbling over everything from Barbies to boys, but according to new research, having a sister could be good for your mental health. A new study from Brigham Young University shows that positive sibling relationships — particularly sisters — have lasting positive effects on mental health and can even help fend off depression. The close bonds encourage traits like kindness and generosity, shaping a positive future. And their findings seem to span all sets of siblings, no matter the age gap.

Here is more about the actual study.

Posted by leahpeah on August 7th, 2010
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