Title: Parental Substance Abuse and Criminal Behaviour: Their Effects on Childhood Education and Behavioural Outcomes in Ibadan Metropolis
Authors: Rashidat Omowumi Ibrahim, Olusola Adenike Awoyemi, Oluwaseun Emmanuel Omopo,
Volume: 8
Issue: 8
Pages: 106-114
Publication Date: 2024/08/28
Abstract:
This study examines the effects of parental substance abuse and criminal behaviour on childhood education and behavioural outcomes in the Ibadan Metropolis, Nigeria. The research utilises a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from surveys of children aged 6 to 16 years with qualitative interviews of parents and teachers. Findings reveal that children exposed to parental substance abuse and criminal activities experience significant disruptions in their educational performance, including lower academic achievement, poor school attendance, and increased behavioural problems. These issues are compounded by socio-economic challenges prevalent in urban settings like Ibadan, which further exacerbate the negative impacts on child development. The study highlights the need for comprehensive intervention strategies that address both the familial and socio-economic factors contributing to these adverse outcomes.