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Children were often victims of infanticide and neglect, with parents resolving anxieties by killing them. Surviving children faced profound psychological impacts.
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Parents began to accept children as having souls, leading to the abandoning mode where children were left with wet nurses, in monasteries, or as servants.
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Childhood began to be viewed as a distinct stage of life, with improvements in education and care for children. However, child labor was still prevalent.
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Children were exploited for labor in factories, leading to the implementation of child labor laws and the start of compulsory education.
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Childhood was recognized as a critical period for development, with a focus on education, protection, and well-being. Strengthening of child labor laws and increased emphasis on child welfare.
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Childhood is seen as crucial for development, with an emphasis on mental health, emotional development, and overall well-being of children.