Cучасне трактування проблем насильства над дитиною

Abstract

The article analyzes the problems of violence against children. The essence and content of the complex of influences of risk factors are revealed, among which, first of all, there are: pedagogical neglect; social neglect and abnormalities in the child’s health. Victim features of adolescents are characterized. It has been argued that violence violates many of the rights of those protected by international human rights law. The government is responsible for taking measures to eliminate violence and provide equal protection for victims of violence. It is substantiated that the state should also take care of the development and proper functioning of social and psychological services, training of qualified psychologists and social educators, because their activities should bring the broadest and most effective results in solving the problem of domestic violence among Ukrainian families. Every child is guaranteed the right to liberty, security of person, protection of dignity and the best interests of the child. It has been shown that child abuse can include any act of violence, neglect, abuse or inability, unwillingness or inability to raise and care for children from parents or others, leading to actual or potential harm to the child. This problem at the present stage is quite acute and requires research and practical action. It is emphasized that in the 21st century, society must realize that violence against children is a problem of society as a whole. It is proposed to introduce the obligation of everyone to report the offenses committed against children that cause moral or material damage, damage to physical, mental health, moral development of the child. A timely response to reports of violence and other wrongdoing against children will undoubtedly contribute to preventive measures aimed at eliminating, blocking and neutralizing the determinants of their wrongdoing. At the same time, children themselves must be aware of their right to protection from all forms of violence. It is emphasized that in the 21st century, society must realize that violence against children is a problem of society as a whole. It is proposed to introduce the obligation of everyone to report the offenses committed against children that cause moral or material damage, damage to physical, mental health, moral development of the child.