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Parenting practices, bullying perpetration, and conduct problems among Ukrainian children

Viktor Burlaka1, Jun Sung Hong2, Robert Thornberg3

  • 1School of Social Work, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, 48202, USA.

Child Abuse & Neglect
|October 14, 2023
PubMed

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Positive parenting is crucial for Ukrainian children impacted by war. Involved parents who monitor, discipline consistently, and avoid physical punishment can reduce conduct disorder and bullying risks.

Area of Science:

  • Child psychology
  • Developmental psychology
  • War studies

Background:

  • Positive parenting is linked to better child mental health.
  • The impact of the Russian invasion on Ukrainian family dynamics is understudied.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of childhood conduct disorder (CD) and bullying in Ukrainian children near conflict zones.
  • To examine the association between parenting practices and these behaviors.

Main Methods:

  • Surveyed 2763 Ukrainian children aged 10-17 using digital devices.
  • Collected data on sociodemographics, parenting, CD, and bullying via a secure online platform.

Main Results:

  • High rates of bullying behaviors (teasing, rumors, harassment) and rule-breaking were reported.
  • Lack of parental involvement correlated with increased CD and bullying.
  • Inconsistent discipline and corporal punishment were linked to CD, with CD mediating bullying risks.

Conclusions:

  • Parental involvement, monitoring, consistent discipline, and avoiding physical punishment are key protective factors.
  • These practices can mitigate disruptive behavior and aggression in children affected by war.
  • Interventions should focus on strengthening positive parenting in war-affected Ukrainian families.
Abstract

Keywords:
Bullying perpetrationConduct disorderParenting practicesRussian invasion

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