Keywords: Western law and parenting, child discipline, loss of parental authority, indiscipline in children, parenting solutions, child rights Vs responsibility.
introduction
In recent year, the influence of western law on parenting has changed how children are raised in many countries. While this law aim to protect children from abuse. they have in some cases. Unintentionally reduced parental authority, leading to a rise in indiscipline among children. In extreme situations, parents face shocking disrespect from their children-even physical aggression during minors arguments.
How western law Affect parenting.
In traditional parenting systems, parents play a strong role in correcting mistakes and teaching respect. However, under certain western-influenced child protection laws, parents fear using firm discipline, worried it could be misinterpreted as abuse. This shift has created children who grow up without understanding boundaries and consequences.
why indiscipline is increasing
- Right without responsibility; children are often taught they have rights, but not equally taught about the responsibility that come with them.
- Weakened parental control: Fear of legal punishment prevent some parents from enforcing discipline making children believe they are untoucheable.
- Negative media Influence: movie, music, and social media can glorify rebellion and disrespect towards elders.
- Loss of cultural and religious values: Western-style systems sometimes overshadow traditional values, leading to a moral gap in the younger generation.
Children slapping parents: A moral crisis
In some homes today, a small disagreement can result in a child slapping or insulting a parent. This is not only disrespectful but a direct sign of moral decay. When children lose respect for their parents, the very foundation of the family-and society-begins to crumble.
Solution to reduce indiscipline
1.Balance child protection laws: Laws should protect children from abuse but also allow reasonable discipline within cultural and moral guidelines.
2. Parenting Education; Teach parents modern, non-abusive discipline technique that still keep authority intact.
3. Values-Based school programs: Schools should integrate moral and character education into their curriculum.
4. Positive media campaign: encourage TV, movie, and influencers to promote respect, humility, and good manners.
5. Strengthening cultural and religious roots : Families and community must teach respect for parents as a moral and spiritual duty.
Conclusion
While western laws on child rights aim to prevent abuse, without cultural balance and parental authority they can produce a generation lacking discipline and respect. The best protection for a child is not only keeping them safe from harm but also guiding them towards responsibility, humility, and respect.
