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- During antiquity, childhood was primarily viewed as a period of fragility and dependence.
- High rates of infanticide and abandonment of unwanted children reflected the perception that children were considered a burden.
- Child rearing was mainly the responsibility of mothers, with fathers having little involvement in child care.
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- In the Middle Ages, religious influence and Christian morality began to shape the perception of childhood.
- It was considered important to care for and educate children to instill moral and religious values.
- Although infanticide and abandonment persisted, the idea of protecting the innocence and purity of children began to emerge.
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- During the Renaissance and subsequent period, the idea of childhood as a stage of innocence and purity became popularized.
- Some artistic and literary representations emerged that portrayed childhood as an idealized period.
- Educational institutions for children from noble families appeared, although education for children from lower classes was limited.
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- With the Industrial Revolution, childhood underwent significant changes due to urbanization and industrialization.
- Many children were employed in factories and mines, facing dangerous and exploitative working conditions.
- Greater awareness of children's rights emerged, and the movement to ban child labor gained momentum.
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- During this period, compulsory education laws were enacted in many countries to ensure that all children had access to education.
- Institutions were created to protect children from abuse and neglect, and child welfare standards were established.
- Childhood was increasingly recognized as a crucial stage of development requiring specialized care and attention.
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- Today, the conception of childhood focuses on the holistic well-being of the child, including their physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development.
- The importance of play, early education, and equitable access to healthcare and education is emphasized.
- Policies and programs have been implemented to ensure children's rights and protect them from exploitation, abuse, and discrimination.