Determinants and consequences of Physical abuse among adolescent Students (10-16 years age) in Belagavi - a school based study

Abstract

ABSTRACT Every child deserves a peaceful childhood and a life free of violence. Physical abuse, according to the WHO, is defined as the intentional use of physical force against a child that causes harm to the child's health, life, development, or dignity, or has a high risk of doing so Hitting, kicking, shaking, biting, strangling, scorching, burning, poisoning, and suffocation are all examples of this. Objective of the Study: To assess the determinants and consequences of physical abuse among school going adolescent students (10 to 16 years age) in Belagavi.