Existence of the contemporary child. Pedagogical and social aspects of the problem Cover Image

Egzystencja współczesnego dziecka. Aspekty pedagogiczny i społeczny problemu
Existence of the contemporary child. Pedagogical and social aspects of the problem

Author(s): Mateusz Muchacki
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Education, Sociology, Family and social welfare
Published by: Towarzystwo Naukowe Franciszka Salezego (TNFS)
Keywords: pathologization of social life; homelessness; begging; alcoholism; theft; unemployment; poverty; divorce; child’s existence;

Summary/Abstract: The present paper presents a reflection on the existential situation of Polish children. Pathology affecting various spheres of social life caused in effect of transformation processes in the political system in conjunction with economic and social changes leaves a stamp on the life of both family and children. “Serious” pathological phenomena in Poland after 1989 comprise: homelessness, begging, alcoholism and theft, and they give rise to conflicts with the law (also among the youngest members of the society). Due to the emergence of dysfunctional families and families endangered by demoralization, there appeared new phenomena such as maladjustment, social orphanhood and other risks associated with inadequate care of children and youth.

  • Issue Year: 37/2016
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 81-92
  • Page Count: 12
  • Language: Polish