Parent's perception towards child abuse and its prevention

Abstract

In order to protect children and ensure their safety and wellbeing, parental attitudes and behaviors about child abuse and its prevention are essential. Studies indicate that parents' perceptions of abuse have significant effects on how they provide care for their children and the precautions they take to keep them safe (Farhan & Iqbal, 2024). It has been found in the studies that although most parents were aware of the dangers of physical abuse, they knew less about emotional abuse and neglect and frequently minimized the long-term psychological effects that these types of abuse could have on children (Jankowiak et al., 2022). This qualitative study explored parents’ perception towards child abuse and its prevention. Data were gathered through In depth Interview (IDI) and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) from parents of young children aged 6 to 8 years. The findings also indicate that the majority of parents have an understanding of child abuse. They also understand child abuse prevention is important that prevents a child from any possible abuse. But it has found out that there is still much to do for the parents to practice that can prevent a child from any abuse. With many recommendations it is important if awareness, training can be provided at all level e.g. community level, school, parents through open dialogue, social, print and other media.