This archive report was first published on 30 September 2019.
Published on September 30, 2019, a viral video of a foul-mouthed teenager sparked a heated conversation on social media about morals among children. However, this was not an isolated incident, as another clip emerged of a young girl, aged about nine or 10, twerking as if her life depended on it.
These clips have sparked a big conversation about morals among children, with some even sharing more horrifying clips. In one particular clip, a young boy is seen simulating sex, leaving many to wonder about the upbringing of these children.
According to James, a man who dated Irene, his ex-girlfriend, he couldn’t stand her spoilt 13-year-old son. James says he tried to become friends with the boy by buying him a bike, video games, and even assisting him with homework, but it was all in vain.
“The boy would steal money and valuables from friends, but surprisingly, his mother would not touch him. She would casually brush it off and defend him,” James recalls.
James says for the one and a half years they dated, he went through hell. “I tried to spank the boy as the ‘father designate’ but his mother gave me a dressing down. The next time I did it from a safe distance from the mother, he spat in my face,” he recalls.
James’ experience is not unique, as many parents are accused of being responsible for their children’s bad behaviour. In many cases, mothers are accused of being overly protective and defensive of their children, making it impossible for them to behave properly.
Experts warn that this behaviour, if unchecked, will result in socially maladjusted children. Hassan Kamawira, a city-based psychologist, says children have different temperaments and parents must be quick to note this strange behaviour early.
“First-time parents tend to be lenient and overly pamper their children, especially if they are the only ones. Parents are advised to instil discipline early,” says Kamawira.
