PARENTAL HOMICIDE

Children of Murdered Parents



Children of Murdered Parents

Introduction

This paper aims to discuss the experiences of children who witness the murder of their parents.

The paper is based on the argument that the homicide of parents can negatively influence the cognitive functioning of the child. However, when parents suffer from serious injuries and survive in the attempted murder, the situation is different. Homicide of parents can affect the cognitive and psychological development of children. It can also hinder the personality development of children who have witnessed the tragedy.

In order to overcome the impact of parental homicide on children, it is imperative to provide these children with counseling.

Discussion

The death of parents is a traumatic experience for both adults and children. It is traumatic for children to witness the death of their parents. The death of parents deprives children of the guidance and love. The number of children who have lost their parents as a result of war is increasing rapidly.

One of the most significant disruptions caused due to war include the loss of loved ones including parents and relatives. Therefore, it is important to study the impact of parental homicide on children.

When children are exposed to violent death of parents during war or attacks, they develop certain post-traumatic disorders. The tragic event of parental death also has an impact on the psychological development of children. These children are likely to engage themselves in games of grave digging, execution, and others. The adverse impacts of parental homicide on children can be witnessed in Afghanistan, Iran and Vietnam. Children living in these countries have a continual exposure to violence. These children are likely to develop into hostile adults. They are likely to engage in games and activities that involve war and terror.

After experiencing parental loss, children strive ...