That’s an interesting question. I have not seen such a study, but I’ve also not had someone ask about one. I may need to dig for a while on that.

In the meantime, congratulations on your 43 days. That is such an accomplishment! I have just been helping a person with a little shorter period of sobriety (about 2 1/2 weeks). It can really be moment to moment sometimes.

In the meantime, you could probably take a look at the main traits associated with your first born position and consider whether some of these are weaknesses or areas of strength for you. Do you get caught up in the stress of getting things done “right”, being in charge of many things, achievement and competition, etc. etc?

Also, the thing about birth order is that it must be taken with a grain of salt and consideration for each individual and family situation. Sometimes a younger sibling will simply have a stronger more persistent temperament than the oldest sibling. The oldest may have some first born traits, but in contrast to the younger sibling, have a much more agreeable temperament. Thus, some of the effects of birth order may appear switched.

So while I see about material already written about birth order, consider what I’ve told you. Birth order is not really cut and dry, so that also means that you are not “locked in” to these tendancies. Only very likely to experience issues that closely match your individual personality and family dynamics.

Thanks for the great question, and I’ll get back to you.