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During ancient eras, it was common for parents to forsake their offspring by means of infanticide. This method was frequently employed to manage and balance the population. Moreover, specific cultural convictions and superstitious notions linked adverse mystical consequences or malevolent curses to the arrival of children with impairments, resulting in their demise within particular societies. -
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The challenges within the interactions among grown-ups and youngsters led to the demise of children, predominantly girls, a situation rationalized by economic and religious dilemmas. Instances of infanticide can also be identified in the Bible, where there exist scriptural guidelines safeguarding parentless children -
Kids were regarded as miniature grown-ups. Childhood was brief due to high infant death rates, and youngsters were anticipated to contribute to family tasks and labor early on. Noble kids obtained more structured learning. -
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In the last millennium, relationships were generally more authoritarian and centered on obedience and respect for parental authority. Parents had a dominant and decisive role in their children's lives, and children were expected to obey their instructions without complaint. Upbringing was centered on transmitting cultural values, traditions, the influence of humanists and religious people, forming an institute with an educational structure and the skills necessary to survive in those times. -
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Empathy starts being recognized as an approach to interact with children, guiding them willingly instead of using force. The contemporary concept of childhood emerges, although it's not widespread. The Enlightenment introduces fresh notions about childhood, asserting that children are inherently virtuous and should be permitted to grow naturally. Rousseau's work "Emile" underscores education's significance and the necessity to shield children from society's detrimental effects. -
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Certain parents started embracing the role of assisting their children in attaining personal life objectives instead of molding them solely to meet parental desires. The dynamic now revolves around empathy and aligning with the child's developmental necessities, involving the active engagement of both parents -
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In recent years, laws protect children, who are usually raised and cared for properly by their caregivers. Acts of child abuse, neglect and homicide are considered serious and are punishable by significant penalties. The enactment of the Equality Act in 2010 was intended to ensure the protection of all persons, including children and young people, against discrimination, and to promote fairness and equality of prospects for all. -