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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My older sibling would probably now be diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Back in the dark ages, it was just "difficult child." I was the good kid. My parents tried not to compare us, but it was obvious how they felt, and it damaged our sibling relationship as well as our relationships with our parents. They loved us both, but.

Take a break. Get some therapy. Do something to figure out what you like more in your least-favorite kid. It's important. [/quote]

Wow .. I could have written this.  I developed a lot of anxiety that I still struggle with today.  I moved out when I was 18 and never went back because it was so painful for me.  I'm not very close to my father and brother.  Of course now my kids also have anxiety, especially my oldest.  When he starts being verbally abusive, I really struggle with thinking about him turning out like my brother but I have no idea how to get a handle on it.  Fortunately my younger son is pretty independent and strong-willed, so I'm less worried about damaging him with this dynamic. :(

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