e-ISSN 2231-8542
ISSN 1511-3701
Sarnon, N., Alavi, K., Hoesni, S. M., Mohamad, M. S. and Nen, S.
Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, Volume 21, Issue S, December 2013
Keywords: Runaway children, families, parenting style, family dysfunction
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This study serves to explore the implication of family as a main contributor to runaway children. The respondents encompass a total of 53 children, aged between 7-12 years, listed and subsequently reported as missing in the Malaysian Royal Police. The data collection uses the qualitative method of interviews. Apart from narrative data, research findings show that dysfunctional family and parenting style are the main contributors to this particular issue. The findings also demonstrate that family economic status is also influential in contributing to this problem.
ISSN 1511-3701
e-ISSN 2231-8542