Just gleaned this but want to post it because some truth lies in this article. It is so easy to treat a youngest different from an oldest! As a youngest, the rebellious part seems rather accurate. Good motivation to not pay attention to psychology per se, but appreciate some valid human tendencies...moms of youngest boys, this is very good to pay attention to and crack down on more chores and timeliness...watching attitudes and first time obedience. I never begged or cajoled my children to do what was right--they were taught to do it because I said so and their job was to obey, period. Had to really watch this with my youngest as I started off slow with him! Also, speed drills with math are super helpful with this as well as keeping the bedroom tidy and 'owning' certain household responsibilities. What Every Child Should Learn Along the Way (small book) is a great tool for the latter, as well as other aspects of parenting.
http://shine.yahoo.com/parenting/want-youngest-child-achieve-treat-him-oldest-185400966.html#!l8xBv
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