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Parents DO have a favourite child, scientists say

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86% Informative

Researchers from Brigham Young University analysed 30 studies on parental favouritism.

They found both sexes slightly prefer their daughters to their sons.

Results suggest girls and women may be easier to parent than boys.

People who are conscientious types are likely to be more beloved by their parents.

Being the favourite in the family is linked to better mental health, more academic success and healthier romantic relationships.

VR Score

90

Informative language

90

Neutral language

69

Article tone

informal

Language

English

Language complexity

55

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not offensive

Hate speech

not hateful

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not detected

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not detected

Time-value

long-living

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