Background of the study: Children are the nation's most important asserts. Infancy and childhood are of paramount importance in determining and patterning the future behavior and character of children. Childhood is the period of dependency. Gradually, children learn to adjust in the environment. A mother is assumed to be the most important influence in a child's life. Mothers should try to devote some time for their children to make them feel loved and special. The present study aimed to assess the problems faced by the children of working mothers. This study aimed to assess the problems faced by the children of working mothers in selected schools at Mangaluru. Methodology: The study was conducted among 101 children with 10-12 years of age studying in 5th, 6th and 7th class in selected schools at Mangalore. The samples were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. The data collection tool consists of two sections, the demographic proforma and the investigators developed rating scale to assess the problems faced by the children. Data analysis was done by using descriptive and inferential statistics.

Problems, children, working mothers