Incidencia de la violencia intrafamiliar en el rendimiento académico de adolescentes del Barrio Los Ceibos, Machala, El Oro. 2023

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis study was born by analyzing the incidence of domestic violence in adolescents of basic education, as well as the negative effects of this problem that influence the learning of young people, which is why a program of dissemination and information about this situation was implemented in conjunction with students, teachers and DECE department of the Colegio de Bachillerato 9 de octubre. Being domestic violence a serious and latent phenomenon that is found in our society, directly affecting women and young people, with respect to their human rights, leaving serious consequences in both mental and physical health. In addition, an increasing number of cases of domestic violence has been visualized, especially in emergency situations such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Statistics in Ecuador show that a high percentage of women have experienced some type of gender violence, which makes this problem even more relevant in society. During the year 2020, approximately 8,000 emergency calls related to domestic violence were received, which represents a 20% increase compared to previous years. Adolescents are a highly vulnerable group within this problem, since domestic violence can have a great impact on their social, emotional and educational development, which can last into adulthood if not treated in time, and can consequently cause mental disorders, academic and social problems, and lead to a series of long-term negative consequences. The different types of domestic violence include physical, psychological and sexual violence.