Unfortunately, these examples of sibling abuse are common in today's society. All three of these examples represent some kind of level that sibling abuse incorporates. Regardless of the level of sibling abuse, it is a problem that must be solved. Unfortunately, both Eric and Travis are victims and perpetrators of sibling abuse. The major problem regarding sibling abuse is that it is frequently labeled as sibling rivalry.
All siblings create competition regarding academics, athletics, the arts, etc.
One sibling becomes jealous of the other because his brother scored higher on a math test or because his sister won the school-wide art competition. However, it is when this psychological rivalry becomes physical that a serious problem is at hand. Parents feel abuse is too strong a word, but this is because they are uneducated in its meaning. Abuse is a strong word that involves serious measures. It can no longer be brushed aside.