parental disengagement
[/pəˈrentəl dɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒmənt/]
noun
desengajamento parental
1. The withdrawal of parents from active participation in their children's educational, emotional, or social development
Parental disengagement is often linked to lower academic achievement in children.
O desengajamento parental está frequentemente associado a um desempenho acadêmico menor nas crianças.
2. A lack of involvement or interest shown by parents in their children's daily lives and activities
Teachers noticed increased parental disengagement during the pandemic.
Os professores notaram um aumento do desengajamento parental durante a pandemia.
3. The process of parents becoming emotionally or physically distant from their children
Parental disengagement can result from various factors including work stress or personal issues.
O desengajamento parental pode resultar de vários fatores, incluindo estresse no trabalho ou problemas pessoais.
Parental disengagement is a significant concern in both Brazilian and American educational systems. In Brazil, it's often discussed in relation to socioeconomic factors and access to education. In the USA, the term gained prominence in educational policy discussions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Both cultures recognize it as a risk factor for child developmental and academic issues.
NYC Slang
parents not showing up for their kids; checked-out parents
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