In many families there are situations of jealousy, or unpleasant behavior between two or more siblings. The feeling of jealousy expresses the fear of losing the exclusivity of family love, for older siblings it is not always easy to accept the arrival of another child.

What is jealousy between brothers?

The feeling of jealousy between siblings expressing the pure of losing the main attention of their parents or of the people who live with them, jealousy is considered a "normal" feeling when the younger brother arrives at home, but it often creates discomfort and conflicts between siblings. The firstborn with the arrival of a brother or a little sister feels the fear of losing his place, he is afraid of being replaced and less important for the parents, this fear creates discomfort and suffering.

How does jealousy manifest itself?

Every child can manifest jealousy differently, it often depends on his personality.

Jealousy can manifest itself through a somatization of the body, meaning the child often complains of physical pain, such as pains in the belly or head, or sleep disturbance and lack of appetite.

Jealousy can manifest itself through regressive behaviors, the child tries in every way to draw attention, he will begin to pee in bed, to pranks, to talk like little children, to complain and ask for attention.

Jealousy can manifest itself in aggressive behavior, the child will begin to be disobedient, to be nervous and sad, will begin to criticize the parents and will begin to have violent behavior.

Can jealousy be prevented?

Jealousy between siblings is considered a normal feeling, but action must be taken to prevent unpleasant situations. The parents' task is fundamental in preparing the little one that there will be a change in the family such as the arrival of a little brother, it is important to explain to the child what will happen to avoid trauma in him, jealousy must not be punished, it is necessary to establish a good dialogue to face together any kind of doubt or fear, it is necessary to consolidate the self-esteem of the little one and reassure him so as not to make him feel less important with the arrival of the little brother