Factors Related to Parents' Sensitivity to Violence Against Child in Türkiye: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract

The literature indicates that parents can also be perpetrators of violence against children, which is influenced by various factors. This study investigated the relationships between parents' prosocial behaviour, educational status and adverse childhood experiences on their tendency to engage in physical violence against children. A quantitative research design and convenience sampling were utilized, with 500 parents residing in Türkiye, who had children under 18 years of age. The statistical significance level was set at p < 0.05, with a reliability interval of 95%. The data were evaluated using a moderated moderation analysis method. The results of the study indicated that the asssociation of parents' adverse childhood experiences on prosocial behaviour and sensitivity to child-directed violence varies depending on their level of education. The interaction between adverse childhood experiences and educational level was found to have a significant association with the relationship between parents' prosocial behaviour and sensitivity to child-directed violence. Various recommendations were made at the end of the study.