{"id":510733,"date":"2026-06-09T16:06:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T20:06:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deultimominuto.net\/en\/uncategorized\/unicef-highlights-that-more-than-2200-families-have-reduced-the-use-of-physical-punishment-against-children-in-the-dr\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T16:06:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T20:06:31","slug":"unicef-highlights-that-more-than-2200-families-have-reduced-the-use-of-physical-punishment-against-children-in-the-dr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deultimominuto.com\/en\/uncategorized\/unicef-highlights-that-more-than-2200-families-have-reduced-the-use-of-physical-punishment-against-children-in-the-dr\/","title":{"rendered":"UNICEF highlights that more than 2,200 families have reduced the use of physical punishment against children in the DR"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Santo Domingo.<\/strong>\u2013 The <strong>United Nations Children&#8217;s Fund<\/strong> (UNICEF) reported that more than 2,200 Dominican families have managed to reduce the use of physical punishment and other forms of violent discipline against children and adolescents, as a result of guidance and support programs aimed at promoting positive parenting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The organization highlighted that these actions are part of its efforts to foster safer and more protective family environments, in a context where violence in child-rearing continues to be a frequent practice in many households across the country. According to recent studies, 63% of Dominican children have been exposed to violent disciplinary methods, a figure higher than the average for <strong>Latin America and the Caribbean<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UNICEF explained that the initiatives developed seek to strengthen the capabilities of mothers, fathers, and caregivers to manage conflicts and correct behaviors without resorting to hitting, threats, or mistreatment, promoting alternatives based on respect, dialogue, and understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>We recommend reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/deultimominuto.com\/nacionales\/informe-de-unicef-revela-que-6-de-cada-10-adolescentes-en-rd-se-sienten-inseguros-en-linea\/\">UNICEF report reveals that 6 out of 10 adolescents in the DR feel unsafe online<\/a> <\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The entity recalled that violence during childhood can have long-term negative consequences on the emotional, psychological, and social development of minors, in addition to affecting their well-being and future opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Likewise, he reiterated the importance of continuing to promote public policies, educational programs, and awareness campaigns that contribute to eradicating the normalization of violence in child-rearing and to guaranteeing the right of all children to grow up in safe environments free from abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UNICEF indicated that it will continue working together with government institutions, community organizations, and strategic partners to expand the reach of these initiatives and strengthen the comprehensive protection of children in the Dominican Republic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Santo Domingo.\u2013 The United Nations Children&#8217;s Fund (UNICEF) reported that more than 2,200 Dominican families have managed to reduce the use of physical punishment and other forms of violent discipline against children and adolescents, as a result of guidance and support programs aimed at promoting positive parenting. 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