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Impact of Broken Families on Education

1. The document discusses the effects of broken homes on children's academic performance. It defines a broken home as one where the parents are no longer living together due to separation, divorce, or death. 2. Children from broken homes often struggle emotionally and socially, which can negatively impact their studies. Their attention becomes diverted from school to worrying about their family situation. 3. However, some children are able to disregard their family situation and strive to do well in school. The document aims to explore both the positive and negative effects of broken homes on academic performance.

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Impact of Broken Families on Education

1. The document discusses the effects of broken homes on children's academic performance. It defines a broken home as one where the parents are no longer living together due to separation, divorce, or death. 2. Children from broken homes often struggle emotionally and socially, which can negatively impact their studies. Their attention becomes diverted from school to worrying about their family situation. 3. However, some children are able to disregard their family situation and strive to do well in school. The document aims to explore both the positive and negative effects of broken homes on academic performance.

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Home is the first institution where the child gets its initial education like values,

manners, and perspectives that help in the overall development of the child. Each of the

family member contributes to the said initial education. The absence of one parent’s

guide or having a broken family can affect how the child view everything around him

including education.

Separation, divorced, or death of one parent are the reasons of having a broken

home. In this research, we defined broken home as Urdy (2004) defined it. He stated

that broken home means a house where parents are not living together anymore.

Children of broken families often fail and suffer emotional and social risks. They

experience lack of interest in studying because of thinking about their broken family and

what they can do about it or they are spacing out because of so much sadness. In short,

their supposed-to-be attention focused in their education was diverted to their family,

letting their grades fall.

However, it does not apply to all children/students of broken families. Some of

them disregard or ignore the fact of them having a broken family and strives hard to

reach their goals and some takes it as an inspiration to do well in their school and

perform well to finish their studies and make a comfortable living for its family diverting

their mind from having to think of their broken family.


1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

A result of separation of marriage either by death or divorce is a broken home.

Broken home, contribute a lot of anti-social behaviour society. Marriage is a formal and

legal recognized union of two person as partners. A happily married couple can have a

perfect home, but by the struggles and problems, it can affect the relationship of the

couple that maybe the cause of the unhappy life and worse it may fall to divorce.

Divorce is usually a very difficult situation that usually the child is the one who suffers.

It is said broken home can be a result of divorce or separation by death of the

couple, and stated that because of separation of home, most of them were very

unsuccessful. The problem of broken home are universal phenomenal which affects the

development of the under develop country and effect still persist with the various part of

the world. The number of broken families had increase, this can affect the academic

performance of the children.

Some of the problems of the couple is the money, too much money of the mind

of a person may cause of greediness. Also the lost of trust between the two people.

Children should happily be with their parents. Children should appreciated the

love of their parents toward them. Parents should educate and give education for their

children these are the tasks that should be fulfilled by them. Schooling started at home.

A home is the walls of the house but the people who live on it make a home. A house

only become a home, when it is complete. A home also become a house when it is not

broken.
Children from such home lack of proper care and security might result of being

irresponsible. The suffering of such children could be seen in different dimension.

Broken home means a heroic in which the parents are separated or divorced or are no

more by either as a result of death.

The single parenthood is far frightening our society. Children may feel incomplete

by the love only come from the one parent. By this children may find the missing part on

their life.

In most cases, adequate parental and affection may not be given to the children

properly by the adopted parents that is the guardian. Unfortunately for the children who

find themselves in such a manners can been neglected by the fear groups and society

instead of being love and care.

Consequently, the rate of broken families are increasing and it is necessary for

the psychologist and teacher to find out the relationship between houses and academic

achievement of the concern children.

The other point that stressed on security and care that concluded by the fact to

provide a place for happy family with love in home. It is said that homes are a dwelling

place we want on to say that it also a place of natural shelter from rain, sun and cold

which is the season. Parent(1970).

Students imagine his home as a “Vacuum Can” which exposes them to the same

problems in the environment.


Based on the needs and the understanding of their environment. Children with

lack of attention, affection, care and love feel very sad. Mother are considered as the

backbones or major provider and serve for their child. ISAKE and others (1984).

When children are not secured and not guided by the right parental way, it will affect the

children also their academic performances and academic achievements. Those children

tend to develop social life and aggression, hostility and isolated by the pear group.

Children supposed to enjoy.

Hence, there are frustrated and psychologically disturbed, when they are in

classroom as a result they cannot do well in the school activities. There are many

effects that may affect the situation of the child, it may cause to depression or worse to

suicide. The worst that can be happen is the long term effect that can affect their future.

The slow development on academics is another effect on the students. Also the

emotional stress can affect the academic performance of the students.

1.2 Purpose of the Study

The purpose of this research is to make the reader more knowledgeable about

the effects of having a broken family to the academic performance of the students. This

research also wants the reader to think thoroughly about entering marriage and

commitments without turning back to make sure that the future of their child will not be

ruined.

1.3 Plan of Development


This research will discuss about the effects of having a broken family in the

academic performance of students but will focus more on the positive effects to make

the readers understand and appreciate those with broken families and how brave they

are. This will also help the reader especially the parents to have an idea on how to

guide and understand their children.

Common questions

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Teachers and psychologists can play a critical role in mitigating the negative effects of a broken home on a student's academic life by providing emotional support, fostering a sense of belonging, and creating an inclusive environment. They can offer counseling to help students process their family situations and encourage resilience. Educators can also design supportive learning plans that account for the student's unique emotional and educational needs, ensuring they receive attention and guidance that might be lacking at home .

Growing up in a broken home can have several potential long-term effects on children's academic and emotional development. They may experience ongoing emotional stress, depression, and anxiety, potentially leading to lower academic achievement and a lack of motivation to pursue education. Socially, they can become isolated from peers, develop hostility, or exhibit disruptive behavior. These effects can culminate in challenges like poor career outcomes or strained adult relationships due to underdeveloped coping mechanisms .

Single parenthood can contribute to societal perceptions that marginalize the involved children, potentially affecting their social integration and academic performance. These children may experience stigma or lack of acceptance from peers and society, leading to emotional stress. The absence of one parent's support might also result in inadequate attention and affection, which are crucial for psychological well-being and academic success. Such an environment can foster feelings of isolation, depress academic engagement, and foster aggression or hostility towards social groups .

Parents play a critical role in shaping the home environment by providing love, security, and proper education. A complete and nurturing home is essential in offering emotional support and preparing the child for academic endeavors. Without both parents’ involvement, children might lack necessary guidance and affection, which can lead to feelings of neglect, insecurity, and an incomplete family experience. These feelings can negatively affect their self-esteem and focus, hindering academic performance .

The research discusses the dual nature of broken homes by highlighting that while many children experience negative academic outcomes, such as lack of interest in studies and emotional distress, others respond differently by striving to succeed. Some children use their challenging family circumstances as motivation, focusing on their academic goals to create a better future for themselves, thus turning adversity into an opportunity for growth .

Children from broken homes may exhibit varied responses towards their educational pursuits. While some may exhibit a lack of interest and experience academic decline due to emotional distractions, others may choose to ignore their family circumstances and strive hard to achieve educational success. This resilience could manifest as using their family situation as motivation to excel in their studies to improve their future and create a better life for themselves and their families .

A broken home can significantly impact a child's academic performance by diverting their attention from education to family issues. Children from broken families might experience emotional and social risks, leading to a lack of interest in studying due to preoccupation with their family situation. They may also suffer from psychological disturbances such as sadness, which can negatively affect their focus and academic achievements .

The document suggests focusing on the positive outcomes for children from broken families by emphasizing their resilience and strength. It proposes appreciating the capability of these children to overcome their challenging circumstances, using them as an inspiration to excel academically. By shedding light on the number of such children who channel their experiences into achieving goals and pursuing education with determination, the document aims to change perceptions and encourage a supportive environment for their success .

Financial stability plays a critical role in familial happiness, which subsequently impacts children's educational experiences. Financial strain can lead to stress and conflicts within the home, contributing to an unstable environment that is not conducive to learning. Conversely, financial stability can provide children access to educational resources, reduce stressors related to poverty, and create a nurturing environment where educational achievements are prioritized. The lack of financial stability is often a contributor to marital discord which may lead to a broken home scenario, further affecting the children negatively .

For parents from broken homes, strategies to better support their children's education and emotional well-being include maintaining open communication, ensuring consistent involvement in their academic life, and fostering a supportive and positive home environment. Encouraging extracurricular activities and providing emotional support can also help in mitigating feelings of neglect. Additionally, parents may seek external resources such as counseling and educational support to address emotional and social challenges their children might face .

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