Sibling bullying is one of the most overlooked forms of abuse — and in many cases, it doesn’t stop with teasing or rivalry. It grows. It escalates. And when it goes unchecked, it turns into something much darker: systemic emotional abuse within the family.
This video breaks down what sibling abuse really looks like — beyond the stereotypes.
For many survivors, the signs of sibling bullying and abuse are hiding in plain sight:
- A sibling who controls the narrative by turning friends and family against you
- Constant verbal put-downs that erode your self-esteem
- Social exclusion, isolation, or being treated like an outsider in your own home
- Romantic partners or friends being used as reinforcements to further the abuse
- Subtle manipulation that leaves you doubting your worth — and your memory
These aren’t just hurt feelings. These are warning signs of psychological warfare — often starting at home.
If you’re seeing this happen to someone you know, or if it sounds like something you lived through yourself, this page is your sign that you’re not alone. You’re not being dramatic. And you’re definitely not imagining it.
What to Know About Sibling Abuse:
- Studies show that sibling aggression is the most common form of family violence, yet it’s rarely talked about.
- Emotional abuse from siblings can lead to long-term trauma, depression, and complex PTSD.
- When siblings use their social circle, reputation, or romantic relationships to isolate or harm you — it’s not sibling rivalry. It’s abuse.
Let’s stop treating it like a phase.
Let’s call it what it is — and start holding people accountable for it.
Let’s make an echo loud enough to expose the signs of sibling abuse — and protect the next person from going unheard.
