"Previously published in 1985 under the title The birth order book and in 1998 under the title The new birth order book.".

Includes bibliographical references (p. 357-362).

Birth order - does it really make any sense? -- But, doc, I don't fit your birth order mold! -- What's parenting got to do with it? -- First come, first served -- Just how serious a problem is perfectionism? -- Moving from perfectionism toward excellence -- Lonely only, super first born -- I never did get no respect -- Born last but seldom least -- How to let your birth order work for you in business -- Birth order marriages aren't made in heaven -- I only count when... -- Why reality discipline works with any birth order -- Flaunt your imperfections -- Two may be company...or a crowd -- Taking off the squeeze -- Helping the family "cub" grow up -- Epilogue.