If parents give more attention to one of your siblings does that mean they're playing favourites? Is it okay to give you less attention than you RIGHTLY DESERVE???
Today's BITE: Is it okay for your parents to give more attention to your younger sibling?
Thanks to Maddie for this excellent question.
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