A családon belüli erőszak múltja és jelene Magyarországon

Absztrakt

Violence and aggression have existed since prehistoric times. According to Konrad Lorenz1 it is a key to our survival. Yet its long-term existence, overgrowth can have unpredictable consequences for several generations in advance. If the family, this protective, sheltering nest is the scene of the battlefield, it is particularly damaging for both the individuals and the community. Its characters are trying to solve secretly, silently the processes which is taking place at home, and to protect the nest through this. Recognition and intervention would be particularly important when there is something dysfunctional in the smallest unit of society because of its closeness, the most vulnerable, such as children, can suffer long-lasting and life-threatening damages. One of the prerequisites for the harmoniously functioning of a human community is that we pay attention to each other, know our potential, notify pros and cons most preferably in time. Individual and social responsibility must be taught to community members to make everyone feel that they are giving hands to the weaker. Dealing with dysfunctions in a timely manner can free up society from long-term burdens. The present paper aims to present domestic and foreign methods and opportunities in the hope of a more non-violent social vision.