Differential Parenting

Differential parenting is when parents treat one child different from another. This paper aims to bring out the various aspects of differential parenting among the siblings. Interview method was used to gather data for this qualitative research from 20 participants chosen by convenience sampling. Results show that the first child is more matured and independent. Second child is more pampered. Parents prefer the child who listen and obey them better. Differential treatment exists in most cases to address the different developmental, emotional or physical needs of the children.