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Home FeaturedShould kids see animal sacrifice?
Experts including mental health professionals and religious scholars divided
Jun 06, 2025
Jun 06, 2025
Azhar Khan
Producer, Karachi Desk
Azhar Khan is a journalist with over 14 years of experience across print, electronic, and predominantly digital media. He has recently held key editorial roles at leading media organizations.
Eid al-Adha centers on Qurbani sacrifice tradition with strong family involvement
Parents face difficult decisions about age-appropriate participation for children
Mental health experts weigh in on psychological impacts of witnessing sacrifice
Eid al-Adha brings devotion, community, and sacrifice, with families preparing for Qurbani and children actively involved. But it also raises a key question for parents: Should young children witness the act of sacrifice?
We spoke with a parent, mental health experts, and a religious scholar to explore how children experience Qurbani and what parents should consider when involving them in this sacred tradition.
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