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title: "Separation of Siblings Puts Emotional Security at Risk!"
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# Separation of Siblings Puts Emotional Security at Risk!

## Bilgi

| Özellik | Değer |
|---------|-------|
| **Kategori** | saglik |
| **Yayın Tarihi** | 2026-04-07 |
| **Güncelleme** | 2026-04-07 |
| **Kaynak** | [Üsküdar Haber Ajansı](https://uha.com.tr/separation-of-siblings-puts-emotional-security-at-risk) |

## Özet

Experts state that during adults' divorce or separation processes, siblings can be separated, which means a loss of emotional security for the child.

## İçerik

Clinical Psychologist Tuğçe Tunçel stated that siblings are often a source of emotional support for the child, saying, “The breaking of this bond can lead to an intensification of feelings such as loneliness, abandonment, anxiety, and anger.” Tunçel pointed out that separations experienced at an early age can affect attachment styles, causing difficulties in relationships later in life, and emphasized that while siblings learn to share, empathize, and resolve conflicts when growing up together, siblings who grow up separately can become emotionally distant over time.
Clinical Psychologist Tuğçe Tunçel from Üsküdar University NPİSTANBUL Hastanesi provided information on the effects of siblings growing up separately in cases of divorce or separation on children's emotional security, psychological resilience, and social development, within the scope of April 10 International Siblings Day.

![](https://cdn.uha.com.tr/content/images/aaaaa-260407112204.jpg)

**Separation of Siblings Harms Their Emotional Security!**

Clinical Psychologist Tuğçe Tunçel stated that the divorce process is a significant loss for a child and requires readjustment, adding, “In this process, the separation of siblings from each other means the loss of yet another of the child’s ‘safe spaces’.”

Tunçel explained that siblings are often not just a family member for a child, but also a source of emotional support, stating, “The breaking of this bond can lead to an intensification of feelings such as loneliness, abandonment, anxiety, and anger. In the long term, this situation can damage the child’s perception of continuity and trust in relationships. Especially separations experienced at an early age can affect attachment patterns, paving the way for the development of more anxious or avoidant attachment styles. A child might develop a belief that ‘people I am close to will eventually leave.’ This can lead to extreme behaviors in friendships and romantic relationships later in life, such as keeping distance or becoming overly dependent.”

**Siblings Staying Together is a Protective Factor for the Child's Psychological Resilience!**

Clinical Psychologist Tuğçe Tunçel pointed out that the sibling relationship is a unique area for a child’s social and emotional development, saying, “Children learn to share, resolve conflicts, empathize, and regulate their emotions when they are with their siblings. At the same time, siblings serve as a ‘familiar and safe harbor’ for each other, especially during difficult times.”

Tunçel noted that shared memories formed between siblings growing up together support identity development and strengthen the sense of belonging, stating, “This bond increases children’s coping skills with stress and reduces feelings of loneliness. Therefore, siblings being able to stay together can be considered a protective factor for a child’s psychological resilience.”

**Lack of Contact Increases Emotional Distance Between Siblings! **

Clinical Psychologist Tuğçe Tunçel mentioned that emotional distancing or alienation can be observed over time among siblings who grow up separately, saying, “The lack of regular contact and shared experiences can lead to an increase in emotional distance between siblings over time. Especially siblings separated at a young age may not get to know each other sufficiently, and the relationship may remain superficial.”

Tunçel emphasized that it is very important for parents to make a conscious effort to prevent this, explaining, “Regular meetings, joint activities, holidays, and if possible, a routine communication plan should be established. Today, digital communication tools can also be used to support this bond. However, what is important here is not just the frequency of contact, but the quality of contact, meaning children need to be able to spend quality time together. Furthermore, parents using language that supports the sibling relationship and avoiding taking sides also plays a critical role.”

**Siblings Should Stay Together or Their Bonds Should Be Supported!**

Clinical Psychologist Tuğçe Tunçel added that the impact of separation varies according to the child’s individual characteristics, and stated:

“While young children experience separation as a more concrete loss, adolescents may experience it with more complex emotions (anger, guilt, loyalty conflict). Separations experienced in early childhood can leave deeper effects on attachment.

Gender alone is not a determining factor; however, due to societal roles, some children may find it more difficult to express their emotions or may internalize them more.

More sensitive, introverted, or anxiety-prone children may be more affected by separation. More flexible and social children, on the other hand, can adapt more easily if there is a supportive environment.

In conclusion, the separation of siblings does not have the same effect on every child; however, generally, this situation poses a risk to the child’s emotional security. Therefore, in situations where it is possible, siblings staying together, and if not possible, actively supporting their bonds, is of great importance.”

## Akademik Referans

DOI: [https://doi.org/10.32739/uha.id.88621](https://doi.org/10.32739/uha.id.88621)

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