Prevención del abuso sexual en la primera infancia en el municipio de Sabanagrande
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2025
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Carrascal Rivas, Lisbeth María
Cantillo Salcedo, Walter Emilio
Zubiria Moscote, Piedad Esther
Cueto Hernández, Nerys María
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Ediciones Universidad Simón Bolívar
Facultad de Administración y Negocios
Facultad de Administración y Negocios
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El abuso sexual en la primera infancia es una problemática oculta pero alarmante que
impacta profundamente la vida de los niños en Sabanagrande, Atlántico. Esta etapa del
desarrollo, caracterizada por una alta vulnerabilidad, se convierte en un escenario propicio
para situaciones de abuso, especialmente cuando está presente la desinformación de padres,
cuidadores y miembros de la comunidad. La falta de educación sexual temprana, sumada al
temor o rechazo a hablar del tema por prejuicios culturales, impide una adecuada
identificación de los casos y dificulta su denuncia oportuna.
La escasa formación en prevención y detección de abuso por parte de los adultos
responsables, incluidos docentes y profesionales del sector salud y educación, limita aún más
la capacidad de respuesta frente a estas situaciones. Las consecuencias del abuso son
devastadoras: las víctimas pueden desarrollar trastornos emocionales, dificultades en sus
relaciones interpersonales y problemas de autoestima que afectan su calidad de vida a largo
plazo (Moreno-Manso, Blázquez Alonso & García-Baamonde Sánchez, 2013).
A pesar de la existencia de leyes como la Ley 1146 de 2007, que establece medidas
de protección contra la violencia sexual infantil, y otras normativas complementarias, su
implementación a nivel territorial sigue siendo débil (Congreso de Colombia, 2007; ICBF,
2018; UNICEF, 2021). Es urgente fortalecer las estrategias de prevención mediante
programas de capacitación a padres y cuidadores, educación emocional en la infancia y redes
de apoyo comunitario. Solo asíse podrá construir una cultura que proteja a la niñez, favorezca
la denuncia y garantice entornos seguros.
Sexual abuse in early childhood is a hidden but alarming issue that severely affects the lives of children in Sabana Grande, Atlántico. Early childhood, marked by vulnerability, becomes a critical stage where abuse can occur unnoticed, particularly in environments lacking informed parents, caregivers, and community awareness. The absence of early sexual education and the social taboos surrounding the topic hinder the recognition and timely reporting of abuse cases. Limited training in abuse prevention among responsible adults, including teachers and healthcare professionals, further restricts effective intervention. The consequences for victims are profound, including emotional disorders, difficulty in forming trusting relationships, and long-term self-esteem issues that impair their life development. Although Colombia has enacted laws such as Law 1146 of 2007 to protect children from sexual violence, along with related legislation, their implementation at the local level remains insufficient. It is imperative to strengthen prevention strategies by training adults, implementing emotional education for children, and fostering community support networks. These combined efforts aim to build a culture of protection, improve reporting mechanisms, and ensure safer environments for children.
Sexual abuse in early childhood is a hidden but alarming issue that severely affects the lives of children in Sabana Grande, Atlántico. Early childhood, marked by vulnerability, becomes a critical stage where abuse can occur unnoticed, particularly in environments lacking informed parents, caregivers, and community awareness. The absence of early sexual education and the social taboos surrounding the topic hinder the recognition and timely reporting of abuse cases. Limited training in abuse prevention among responsible adults, including teachers and healthcare professionals, further restricts effective intervention. The consequences for victims are profound, including emotional disorders, difficulty in forming trusting relationships, and long-term self-esteem issues that impair their life development. Although Colombia has enacted laws such as Law 1146 of 2007 to protect children from sexual violence, along with related legislation, their implementation at the local level remains insufficient. It is imperative to strengthen prevention strategies by training adults, implementing emotional education for children, and fostering community support networks. These combined efforts aim to build a culture of protection, improve reporting mechanisms, and ensure safer environments for children.
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Abuso sexual infantil, Primera infancia, Prevención, Educación, Comunidad
