Broken Family

In today's society, the issue of broken families has become increasingly prevalent, with significant consequences on the youth. A broken family, set apart by divorce, separation, or the absence of one or both parents, can have a profound impact on the emotional and psychological well-being of children and adolescents. The absence of a stable family environment can lead to feelings of insecurity, confusion, and a lack of guidance, which can result in rebellious behaviors. 

A study by Margot Galang (2015) on Implication of Broken Marriages to Filipino Children, the common reasons why Filipino couples separate include financial problems, lack of communication, infidelity, and domestic violence. Clinical and therapists note that children caught in the middle of parent’s animosity during separation have attention and concentration problems, academic problems, anger issues, sleep disorders, and other psychological, behavioral and spiritual problems.

According to (Doughty, 2008), the research adds to a wealth of data showing that children suffer badly from parental break-up, and that those who are brought up by a single parent are more likely to do badly at school, suffer poor health, and fall into crime, addiction and poverty as adults. 


Broken families heighten the risk of substance abuse and parental conflicts, leading to various social problems. Community leaders can address these issues through child custody arrangements, enhanced mental health services, and community programs.

Young people who experience the psychological disruption and instability that come with coming from a broken family may turn to rebellious activities as a way to vent their resentment or get attention. This rebellion can manifest itself in a number of ways, including disobedience to authority, taking risks, or hanging out with bad peer groups.

Broken families significantly impact youth rebellion, as they can leave them feeling lost and vulnerable. This can lead to rebellion, seeking validation from external sources. To address this, providing support and resources like counseling, therapy, and mentorship programs can help young people navigate emotions and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Creating safe spaces for open communication and fostering a sense of belonging can also improve their well-being. Society should promote awareness of these challenges to help them heal, rebuild their lives, and contribute positively to society.



Reference

https://www.worldvision.org.ph/coping-from-the-pains-of-a-broken-family-2/

Doughty, S. (2008, October 21). Broken home children are five times more likely to suffer mental troubles. Retrieved July 6, 2013, from Mail Online News: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1079510/Children-broken-homestimes-likely-suffer-mental-troubles-says-Government-study.html

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