Emotional and Behavioural Problems (EBPs): Comparative Analysis for incidence in Only Child & A Child with Sibling
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Adolescence, Emotional and Behavioural Problems, Sibling StatusAbstract
Adolescence, a critical period of transition from childhood to adulthood, witnesses a vast number of challenges in various spheres of development. With India boasting the largest population of adolescents globally, understanding the dynamics of emotional and behavioural problems (EBPs) is of great importance (Mishra, 2019). This study aims to annotate the similarities and differences
of EBPs in adolescents, focusing on their sibling status (Only Child, & Sibling child). The data was collected on 198 school students with age range 12-17 years.
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