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Parental Absence and the Psychological Development of Children: Education as a Space of Emotional Reconstruction


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Page No: 34-37
Language: English
Authors: Mr. R. Jayakrishnan* & Dr. A. Anitha
Received: 2026-03-16
Accepted: 2026-04-17
Published Date: 2026-04-28
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Abstract:
The emotional security and psychological stability of children during their formative years depend on their parents and their family's supportive presence. Children who face parental absence through neglect, separation, migration or other social factors experience emotional instability and anxiety and challenges to establish dependable personal identities. The resulting experiences lead to people withdrawing from social situations because they feel unsure about themselves and they find it hard to perform well academically and socially. The psychological effects of these conditions need to be studied because they help develop better support systems which enable children to recover their emotional stability while they work towards personal development. The study investigates how parental absence affects children psychologically while educational settings serve as places where children achieve emotional recovery and personal empowerment. The research uses psychoanalytic and developmental theories to show that children develop safety and belonging problems when their parents do not provide continuous care. The paper shows that educational institutions can substitute necessary parental guidance through their structured guidance and mentorship and social support systems. Classroom environments which include teachers and peers and accessible learning spaces help children build confidence while they develop emotional strength. When education moves beyond rigid academic evaluation and embraces emotional awareness and support, it becomes a powerful tool for psychological healing and social empowerment. The study shows educational spaces transform educational spaces through their role as safe spaces which help vulnerable students deal with their emotional requirements.
Keywords: Parental Absence, Childhood Psychology, Educational Empowerment, Emotional Development, Inclusive Education.

Journal: MRS Journal of Arts, Humanities and Literature
ISSN(Online): 3049-1444
Publisher: MRS Publisher
Frequency: Monthly
Language: English

Parental Absence and the Psychological Development of Children: Education as a Space of Emotional Reconstruction