Only children have been frequently depicted in the media. From Veruca Salt to Rory Gilmore, only children have faced multiple false stereotypes.

1. That we’re spoiled.

We might not have siblings to contend with for attention, but that does not mean we get everything we want.

2. That we’re obnoxious.

Only children are just like you, only without siblings! We come in all shapes, sizes and personalities.

3. That we’re antisocial.

Quite the contrary, in fact, we usually try to have many close friends to make up for the lack of siblings.

4. That our parents are our only friends.

I love my parents very much, but that doesn’t mean I cannot have other friends besides them.

5. That we’re standoffish.

There is nothing wrong or “weird” for not having a brother or sister, it's just the way we are.

6. That we don’t share.

We may not have had brethren to share with, but we typically are open and happy to share whatever we have!

7. That we’re clueless.

Siblings are not the key to independence. Our parents raise us the same as any others, and hope to prepare us for the “real world.”

8. That we’re always lonely.

If anything, we found ways to entertain ourselves! Whether it was with friends, family and for me, books, we grew up normally.

People have many misconceptions about only children, but they are false! The number of siblings, or lack thereof, should not affect a person's character or mentality, and should not lead to made-up pigeonholing.