In the recent days neonaticide has been a crux issue around the globe. As this is closely concerned with the existence of human society, people have concentrated their attention on resolving or reasonably mitigating the occurrence of this abnormal phenomenon. Due to the psychological immaturity and other relevant grounds the commission of neonaticide is going unimpeded. Principally, this is a psycho-social phenomenon and has a close connection with biological, sociological, psychological and criminogenic aspects. It is logical to say that if the commission of neonaticide is on the continuous rise, human society is sure to face the trauma of it as this is sufficient to endanger the survival of humans in the planet. Thus, it has been the pivotal consideration for all the quarters to mitigate the problem and find a way out for their survival.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
2. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
3. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
4. CONCEPTUAL CLARIFICATION
5. DIFFERENCE WITH INFANTICIDE
5.1 TYPES OF NEONATICIDE
5.1.1 NEONATICIDE BY FATHER
6. NEONATICIDE: A HORRIFIC DIMENSION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
7. WHETHER NEONATICIDE IS A CRIME OR NOT
8. REASONS OF NOENATICIDE
8.1BIOLOGICAL AND SOCIOLOGICAL EXPLANATION
8.2 PSYCHOLOGICAL IMMATURITY
8.3 SOCIAL MALADJUSTMENT
8.4 ETHNICITY
8.5 MENTAL ILLNESS
8.6 POVERTY
8.7 RECKLESS SEXUAL ASSOCIATION
8.8 TENDER AGE
9. CONCERN OF CONVICTION: AN OVERHAUL
9.1 DIFFERENCE OF SOCIAL PERCEPTION
9.2 DIFFICULTY OF PROOF
9.3 LACK OF REALIZATION
9.4 STATISTICS OF NEONATICIDE
9.5 LEGISLATION
9.6 PROSECUTION
10. JUSTIFIABILITY OF NEONATICIDE
11. PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
12. CRIMINOGENIC ANALYSIS
13. SOCIETAL RESPONSE
14. RECOMMENDATIONS
15. CONCLUDING REMARKS
Research Objectives and Themes
The research aims to investigate the underlying causes of neonaticide, focusing on the psycho-social and criminogenic factors that drive young mothers to commit such acts, and explores potential policy and social interventions to mitigate this global phenomenon.
- Psycho-criminogenic analysis of neonaticide
- Socio-cultural and economic drivers of infant victimization
- Legal and legislative challenges in conviction and prosecution
- The role of psychological immaturity and maternal stress
- Strategic recommendations for societal and governmental response
Excerpt from the Book
1. INTRODUCTION
With the surge of economic development and frequent rising of comfort, human life has become more complex. Varied problems of different dimensions are emerging in human society. These problems are contributing in turning human life more perplexing. The concept of neonaticide is closely connected with the psycho-social phenomenon in conjunction with criminogenic explanation. In practice, teenaged people are prone to this psycho criminogenic disorder. The incident of becoming pregnant in early age sensitizes young mothers. Consequently, they expose denial to their premature pregnancy for the fear of being portrayed in the society with stigma. Hence, they conceal their children in house or work place or throw by the road side. Over the globe, this trend is gradually increasing. Particularly, in developed countries; due to fragile family bondage and upsurge of single parent families, this problem has occupied a dominant position. Methods of neonaticide include “suffocation, strangulation, head trauma, drowning, exposure, stabbing, burning, throwing to pigs, and burying alive’ (Resnick, 1970, p. 1416). In addition, in some cases women become subject to sexual exploitation. As a matter of natural course once these helpless women give birth to their children. By making an extensive study, the problem can be viewed as an inevitable social complexity. There is a divergence of outlook in regard to neonaticide. People of different area and of different culture consider it from their respective point of view. In England, it is considered as a crime. In America, some experts propound it as a killing amounting to murder. Of course, the reverse view, though not tenable, suggests that as newborn child is not a person, killing of such an entity is justified. A proponent of this view also suggests that by neonaticide, mothers are exempted from unnecessarily abusing their time for caring children.
Summary of Chapters
1. INTRODUCTION: Discusses the rising global trend of neonaticide and its connection to complex socio-economic changes and psychological disorders.
2. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND: Traces the long-standing existence of neonaticide throughout human history across various civilizations and cultural contexts.
3. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: Outlines the research intent to identify the socio-cultural and criminogenic causes and propose effective eradication strategies.
4. CONCEPTUAL CLARIFICATION: Defines neonaticide as the killing of a child within 24 hours of birth, distinguishing it from general infanticide.
5. DIFFERENCE WITH INFANTICIDE: Explores the psychological and temporal differences between neonaticide and the killing of older children.
6. NEONATICIDE: A HORRIFIC DIMENSION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: Categorizes neonaticide as an extreme form of domestic violence that threatens societal stability.
7. WHETHER NEONATICIDE IS A CRIME OR NOT: Examines how social values and legal definitions of neonaticide vary significantly across different nations.
8. REASONS OF NOENATICIDE: Investigates specific catalysts such as psychological immaturity, poverty, ethnicity, and social maladjustment.
9. CONCERN OF CONVICTION: AN OVERHAUL: Analyzes the difficulties in legal prosecution, proof, and the inadequacy of current legislative frameworks.
10. JUSTIFIABILITY OF NEONATICIDE: Critically evaluates and rejects arguments that attempt to justify neonaticide on the basis that neonates are not "persons."
11. PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS: Explores the mental states, hysteria, and terror that often compel young mothers to commit neonaticide.
12. CRIMINOGENIC ANALYSIS: Connects the phenomenon to broader criminogenic environments and the impact of institutional anomie.
13. SOCIETAL RESPONSE: Critiques the current lack of urgency in societal and governmental responses to this social anomie.
14. RECOMMENDATIONS: Proposes actionable steps including comprehensive sex education, state-funded support, and policy reforms.
15. CONCLUDING REMARKS: Reiterates the necessity for immediate collective action to prevent further societal trauma.
Keywords
Neonaticide, Infanticide, Psycho-criminogenic, Maternal mental health, Domestic violence, Pregnancy denial, Social anomie, Legal conviction, Psychological immaturity, Child homicide, Social stigma, Legislative reform, Preventive measures, Criminology, Reproductive health.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The research focuses on the psycho-criminogenic phenomenon of neonaticide, exploring why young mothers resort to killing their newborns and the systemic failures that allow this to persist.
What are the primary themes identified in the work?
Key themes include psychological immaturity, the influence of economic and social environments, legal inconsistencies in sentencing, and the urgent need for comprehensive policy intervention.
What is the primary goal of the author?
The primary goal is to examine the multifaceted causes of neonaticide and to advocate for proactive societal and legislative steps to eradicate this problem.
What methodology does the study employ?
The study utilizes a review of existing literature, statistical analysis of neonaticide cases across various regions, and an exploration of sociological and psychological theories regarding maternal behavior.
What is discussed in the main body chapters?
The main body covers historical perspectives, the distinct definitions of neonaticide, diverse reasons such as poverty and social stigma, and the challenges faced by legal systems in prosecuting perpetrators.
Which keywords best characterize this publication?
The publication is characterized by terms such as neonaticide, psycho-criminogenic analysis, social anomie, maternal mental health, and child homicide.
How does the book differentiate neonaticide from infanticide?
It clarifies that neonaticide is specifically the killing of a child within 24 hours of birth, while infanticide encompasses the killing of a child within the first year of life.
What specific social factors are cited as contributors to neonaticide?
The book cites psychological immaturity, fragile family bonds, social stigma, lack of education, poverty, and reckless sexual associations as key contributors.
Does the author believe neonaticide can be justified?
No, the author explicitly argues that the argument for the justifiability of neonaticide is tenable only in archaic or misguided philosophical views and rejects it as a grave offense.
What recommendations does the author make for the future?
The author recommends implementing comprehensive sex education, establishing state-funded rehabilitation for vulnerable mothers, and strengthening legislation to reflect the severity of the crime.
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- LL.M. Mahfuzar Rahman Chowdhury (Autor), 2007, Neonaticide - a psycho-criminogenic analysis, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/93710
