FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG BERKAITAN DENGAN KEKERASAN TERHADAP ANAK DALAM KELUARGA DI DESA PASAR KOTA BAKTI, DISTRIK SAKTI

Abstrak

Children have the right to receive protection and optimal growth and development; however, in practice, various forms of violence and violations of children's rights are still found, both physical, mental, and social, especially in the family environment. This study aims to analyze factors related to the incidence of violence against elementary school-aged children (6–12 years) in families in Pasar Kota Bakti Village, Sakti District. The study used an analytical survey design with a cross-sectional approach. The study population was all parents who have children aged 6–12 years in Pasar Kota Bakti Village, totaling 62 respondents, with a total sampling technique. The results of the analysis showed a significant relationship between parental age (p = 0.032), parental gender (p = 0.038), educational level (p = 0.019), occupation (p = 0.046), knowledge (p = 0.000), attitude (p = 0.000), and parental behavior (p = 0.000) with the incidence of violence against elementary school-aged children. The conclusion of this study indicates that parental characteristics and behavioral aspects are significantly associated with violence against children aged 6–12 years in the family. Therefore, efforts are needed to improve parental knowledge, attitudes, and positive behaviors to prevent violence and support optimal child growth and development.