Bettelheim relays his argument about sibling rivalry with evidence based primarily on his Freudian way of thinking, and understanding his article may be difficult for someone one who is not familiar 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 getting rid of parents due to their guilt may all seem unorthodox to one who disagrees with what Bettelheim is implying on these topics. But it is also interesting in the way it shows a different perspective on a child's feelings of jealousy and care. Additional evidence from other researchers or writers on these issues to support Bettelheim's claims could contribute to the 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 outward thought process about Cinderella and her stepsisters, and emphasizes feelings of jealousy and malice towards a child and her siblings. Each statement in his article generalizes this main topic, helping to better understand the general meaning of "sibling rivalry", which is a fascinating subject, despite possible disagreement between the two parties.