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Adulthood: Transitioning Into (Expert Forum)
sibling relationships
Answered by
Jason Greenberg, Ph.D. - Anxiety, Depression
Dr. Jason Greenberg
New York - NY
Questions in the Transitioning Into Adulthood forum are answered by Dr. Jason Greenberg, PhD. Topics covered include Anxiety, career choice struggles, depression, drug/alcohol abuse, job issues, living on one's own, relationships (parents/family), relationships (romantic), responsibility issues, separation issues, sexual issues, sexual orientation issues
sibling relationships
by kkdex4, Jun 18, 2009 07:18PM
Thank You for your response to my last question about my 14 year old son and his sister. I feel a bit relieved by your answer but have 2 questions. 1. Will he get over this as in the feelings will diminish and he will grow to have typical relationships with women? 2. How do I calm my daughter and help her understand this better?
Doctor's Answer
by Jason Greenberg, Ph.D., Jun 19, 2009 12:43PM
, Jun 19, 2009 12:43PMTo: kkdex4
As far as the first question, I'm not sure whether or not the feelings will diminish -- that's one reason to continue to "keep an eye" on him. It may turn out that he begins to develop these feelings for others outside of the family; on the other hand, he may get hung up on these feelings (the impact of which I cannot predict). That's why I mentioned in my first response to keep an eye on how he is doing, both in terms of his behavior at home and regarding his emotional well-being.
As far as your daughter is concerned, again, I think all you can stress to her is that while you understand her concerns, you are trying to protect her and her brother, and encourage her to protect herself -- that's why I suggested that she lock her door to her bedroom when she's going to sleep if possible. If she continues to be upset by the experience and inconsolable, then you may want to consider having her talk to someone.
As far as your daughter is concerned, again, I think all you can stress to her is that while you understand her concerns, you are trying to protect her and her brother, and encourage her to protect herself -- that's why I suggested that she lock her door to her bedroom when she's going to sleep if possible. If she continues to be upset by the experience and inconsolable, then you may want to consider having her talk to someone.
