Childhood in history

By MarisolB_
  • Antiquity to the 4th Century AD (Infanticidal Mode)
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    Antiquity to the 4th Century AD (Infanticidal Mode)

    During antiquity and up to the 4th century AD, the perception of children was marked by high rates of infanticide, where children were sacrificed or abandoned due to various cultural, social, or economic reasons.
  • Period: 1301 to

    14th to 17th Centuries (Ambivalent Mode)

    In this period, there is an ambivalence in child rearing, with an increase in the production of instructional manuals for children, worship of figures like the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus.
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    18th to 19th Centuries (Intrusive Parenting):

    In the 18th and 19th centuries, a significant shift towards more intrusive parenting occurs, where parents attempt to directly control the minds and behaviors of children, focusing on aspects such as anger, needs, and the will of the children.
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    20th Century (Focus on Child Welfare and Rights):

    In the 20th century, there is a shift towards a more child-centric approach, with a greater emphasis on child protection, education, and the holistic development of children.
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    Present Day (Increased Awareness of Child Care and Protection)

    Currently, there is now a social awareness regarding the importance of caring for and protecting children, with laws and policies aiming to ensure the well-being and rights of children in all aspects of life.