This paper defines the concept of family and violence, after which the violence against children that occurs in families is described. The causes and forms of violence that children experience are discussed. In addition to violence, various forms of parenting styles and their characteristics are also listed. The second chapter elaborates on a particular form of violence against children. Risk factors that can lead to violence are highlighted. Every form of violence leaves short-term or longterm consequences on the child and his development, and the elaboration of the above can be read in the fourth chapter of this paper. There are appropriate measures in place to prevent and reduce violence, and preventive measures and signs that can be identified in children and that indicate some form of abuse can be of great help. The paper contributes to the deepening of knowledge about the ubiquitous problem in the world, which is a constant subject of educational policy discussions, but for which insufficient appropriate measures are still being taken. In this regard, it is important to point out the consequences that violence leaves on the child, and thus on society as a whole.