Descriptive study of victims and offender characterstics among orphan children in comparison with children under parenthood Thakur S1, Sehrawat SS2,*, Kaur G3, Bhargav V4, Singh P5 1M.Sc. Forensic Science, Chandigarh University, Mohali 2PhD Scholar, Department of Hepatology, PGIMER, Chandigarh 3Assistant Professor, Department of Forensic Science, RIMT University, Mandi Gobindgarh 4Assistant Professor, Department of Forensic Science, Rayatbhara University, Mohali 5Research Associate, Department of Anatomy, PGIMER, Chandigarh *Corresponding Author, Surender Singh Sehrawat, Email: surendersehrawat6@gmail.com, Mobile No.: +91 82853 32980
Online Published on 2 January, 2024. Abstract Orphans are often predisposed to behavioral issues and emotional distress due to a lack of nurturing and affectionate care. The interplay between victimization and perpetration tendencies can significantly contribute to behavioral problems and emotional turbulence. Children demonstrating challenges in behavior, such as hyperactivity and a deficit in pro-social conduct, are particularly susceptible to assuming dual roles as both victims and offenders. Childhood stands as a critical developmental stage that can influence the path toward criminal behavior or victimization. The absence of a supportive figure leaves these children without an outlet to express their sorrow, resulting in an exacerbated sense of helplessness. A descriptive analysis of victim-offender attributes among orphans and children under parental care was undertaken. This study encompassed two surveys: one assessing victim characteristics (utilizing a self-esteem survey) and the other exploring offender traits (through an aggression survey). A total of 57 children participated, comprising 22 orphans and 35 non-orphans (under parental care). The collected data, when analyzed in percentages, revealed prevalent victim-offender characteristics across the sampled children. Comparatively, the orphaned group exhibited a higher prevalence of victim-like traits in contrast to children under parental care. Top Keywords Victim, Offender, Victimization, Psychological problems, Traits. Top |