Bettelheim conveys his argument about sibling rivalry with evidence based mostly on his Freudian way of thinking, and understanding his article may be difficult for those unfamiliar with this psychological type, as when he explains how children have incredibly vile thoughts of murder (281). Other ideas about romantic love for a parent and liberating parents from guilt may seem unorthodox to those who disagree with what Bettelheim insinuates about these topics. But it is also interesting how it shows a different view of a child's feelings of jealousy and attention. Additional supporting evidence from other scholars or writers on these issues supporting Bettelheim's claims could help with credibility and understanding of what his statements say. On the other hand, if Bettelheim had used others as references, the relationship between sibling rivalry and Cinderella may not have been as vivid or interpreted in a way that Bettelheim did not intend. Bettelheim writes specifically to show an external thought process about Cinderella and her stepsisters, and emphasizes feelings of jealousy and malice in relation to a little girl and her brothers. Each statement in his article generalizes to this main topic, helping to better understand the general meaning of “sibling rivalry,” which is a fascinating topic, despite a possible disagreement of