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Why do some boys run away from home?

Poomima Agnihotri Tiwari1, Neena Gulati, G R Sethi

  • 1Department of Community Medicine, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India. sheeloopoonam@yahoo.com

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|June 14, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Physical abuse and desire for economic independence are key factors driving children to become runaways. Understanding these reasons helps identify at-risk families for prevention and rehabilitation efforts.

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Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Criminology

Background:

  • Limited research exists on factors compelling children to live on the streets.
  • Street children are a significant social issue requiring targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the factors influencing children to leave their homes and live on the streets.
  • To compare characteristics of runaway versus non-runaway children.

Main Methods:

  • Interviews conducted with 400 boys admitted to a Child Observation Home over 6 months.
  • Statistical analysis using Chi-squared and Fisher's tests to compare groups.
  • Identification of factors associated with the 'Runaway' group.

Main Results:

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  • Majority of runaways (55%) were aged 10-12 years, often from joint families.
  • Factors associated with running away include parental abuse, step-parent presence, and lack of parental earning.
  • Desire for economic independence was a significant motivator for some children.

Conclusions:

  • Physical abuse and desire for economic independence are primary reasons for children running away.
  • Findings can aid in identifying high-risk families for preventative measures.
  • Interventions should address family dynamics, abuse, and economic factors for rehabilitation.