Be responsible

Dhirendra Prasad, Lautoka

A lot of sentiments are being expressed about the bad behaviour of our children especially students.

Their attitude is getting outside the basics of the civilised humanity horizon.

But who is responsible? What about the adult attitude and behaviour? Who displays bad behaviour to them from the beginning? When a child in his infancy uses inappropriate behaviour, aggressiveness through his toys and response we laugh and praise them.

They feel that this is the right behaviour. Children are away from home for long hours without any explanations, who is responsible? Smoking and indulging in peer influenced activities has become a common sight.

Just move along any street and you will find a group of children showing rude behaviour without any fear of the adult presence.

Forget about fear, there is no respect at all. Who is responsible?

We, the adults have brought them into this world, and we should be held accountable for all their actions.

It has been noticed that full credit is taken by parents for the positives of the child but there has to be someone else for his negatives. Is this right?

Let us be true to our faith and family through holding the hands of the child till he is able to stand confidently.

Please stop blaming others for our failures. My child is my responsibility should be the guiding principle in this era of fast growth and technology.