Investigation of Education Leaders' Knowledge and Awareness Levels on Child Abuse

Authors : Idris Kinasakal, Selahattin Kaymakci

Pages : 225-262

Doi:10.38015/sbyy.1322820

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Publication Date : 2023-12-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Due to both sociological and psychological effects, the diagnosis, effective handling, and minimization of abuse are of vital importance. In recent years, the management, prevention, diagnosis, and reporting of abuse cases within the school environment, which has seen a notable increase, are crucial for the recognition and prevention of abuse incidents. In this regard, teachers and educational leaders working in schools play a key role in addressing abuse issues. This research was conducted to determine the knowledge and awareness levels of educational leaders about child abuse. The research utilized a basic qualitative research method. The study\'s participant group consisted of 15 educational leaders working in the city center of Karabük during the 2021-2022 academic year. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, and the collected data were analyzed through content analysis. As a result of the research, it was revealed that educational leaders possess correct but incomplete information about child abuse; however, their knowledge and awareness about how to proceed and behave when faced with abuse are at a low level. These findings suggest the necessity of including abuse-related topics in the pre-service and in-service training of educational leaders.
Keywords : İstismar, İhmal, Çocuk, Eğitim Liderleri, Cinsel İstismar, Fiziksel İstismar, Duygusal İstismar