Influencia de la familia en el desarrollo de la identidad en la infancia

Abstract

This study presents the results of an action research project focused on the influence of families on identity development during childhood, targeting third-grade students at an educational institution in Calarcá, Quindío, Colombia. The research is based on a theoretical framework that integrates psychological and sociocultural perspectives from authors such as Muñoz (2005), Catarí (2022), and Martínez Cerdá (2021), among others. The methodology includes qualitative data collection aimed at understanding family dynamics and designing a pedagogical strategy for parents and tutors to strengthen children's identity. It also aims at enhancing the overall children´s well-being by considering the realities of their social and cultural contexts. The findings of this research will help identify both beneficial and harmful patterns in childhood development that influence the construction of identity. Additionally, the study will offer a practical guide for parents and caregivers to support the harmonious and healthy development of children. Beyond exploring the structures and dynamics that impact a child’s identity, this research seeks to engage all significant subjects in childhood development. It emphasizes the fundamental role of the school as the most significant context for social interaction after home. Additionally, it proposes an educational strategy to empower families, particularly parents and caregivers in strengthening children's identity development.