Analysis of the causes and consequences of child abuse and its legal treatment in the District of Acahay, year 2021

Abstract

Key The present research study focused on exhaustively analyzing the causes, consequences, and legal treatment of child abuse in the Acahay District during the year 2021. For this, a descriptive approach was used with a non-experimental cross-sectional design, combining qualitative methods. and quantitative.

The results obtained revealed that child abuse is a complex phenomenon, caused by a combination of individual, family, community and sociocultural factors. Lack of parenting skills, mental disorders in caregivers, and family violence were some of the factors identified.

The consequences of child abuse are harmful both in the short and long term, abused children experience difficulties in their physical, emotional, cognitive and social development. They are at increased risk of physical injury, health disorders, emotional and behavioral problems such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and aggressive behavior.

In the legal field, the importance of a legal system that guarantees access to justice for child victims of abuse was highlighted. It is essential to establish efficient mechanisms for reporting, investigating and monitoring cases. The need to evaluate the implementation of prevention and protection policies was also highlighted, as well as to promote coordination between the different actors involved in the care and approach to child abuse.

It was concluded that it is essential to provide support and training to parents and caregivers, as well as to promote education and awareness about children's rights and the prevention of abuse.