Impact of Perceived Parental Rearing Behaviour on Sibling Bonds: An Indian Perspective

Abstract

The present study explores how perceived parental-rearing behaviour affects sibling relationships. Data was collected from 90 participants, aged 18-30 years, using the s-EMBU scale and the Adult Sibling Relationship Questionnaire (Very Short Form). Spearman's Rank Order Correlation analysed relationships between perceived parenting and sibling dynamics, while Mann-Whitney U Tests assessed gender differences and differences in sibling gender dyads (same vs. mixed-gender). Results found significant relationships between the subscale Rejection of the s-EMBU and Conflict on the ASRQ-VSF as well as between Emotional Warmth of the s-EMBU and Warmth of the ASRQ-VSF. Significant gender differences were found on the (Over) Protective subscale of the s-EMBU, with female participants reporting higher over-protective behaviours by parents.