Walter Toman and Murray Bowen on Sibling Position - Part 1

Dr. Walter Toman is one of the first researchers to study the significance of sibling position on personality development. This video examines the background that led to Dr. Toman’s interest in this area and the use of the rules of combination he devised to structure the facts of the family context. Dr. Bowen discusses other factors which can influence relationship patterns and aid people in adjusting to defects in their early experiences. The overall view is that each sibling position has its advantages and disadvantages. 

1980. 60 min.

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