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The 21st century has seen the rise of revolutionary technologies and new ways of life for the entire planet. However, the 21st century has also seen a drastic decline in fertility rates. Globally, fertility rates have dropped from 5 children per female in 1950 down to 2.2 children per female in 2021 (Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation [IHME], 2024). With this drastic decline in global fertility rates has come a new change in society, a rise in only children. Traditionally, only children are seen as selfish, lonely, and lacking in social skills. However, this basis derives itself from outdated research that was questionably conducted. In fact, recent studies find that only children possess similar levels of social skills as their peers with siblings. Recent studies regarding only children are few, and additional studies are necessary to reveal the characteristics and tendencies of only children. While only children are commonly seen as selfish, lonely, and overly independent, I as an only child have formed strong relationships with my parents and friends throughout school and sports that have greatly benefited my development into a sociable adult.