Is it immoral to remove a child from their family at 3 years of age to become an Olympian?

Question

Why does China do it?

Answer 1

I really want to know what your media told you all these years.Did you ever think that what you know isn't the truth?

Answer 2

Yes. Not humane and they become like robots.

Answer 3

i believe it is immoral, but that is due to the views that i have become familiar with due to living in a western society.

however did you know that by having those children in those program, give them and their family a stable condition. Everything for them is taken care of, food, education etc. And that goes for their families as well

in a way its not anymore different, then a company like nike that employs child labour

Answer 4

I wouldnt believe anything these nbc commentators tell you.  More false stories without evidence.  They tell their audience these stories to make them feel better about losing.

Answer 5

thats depends on how you view it. Some western country people would think this is totally unacceptable, however, if you try to put yourself in their shoes, you may have totally opposite view.

China is a very strong country but it doesn't mean their people are living in high standard like US. Europe, Japan. Majority of her people are earning hard but still the living not guaranteed. Sending their kids to training school can at least:

- show the kids are talent

- lessen the burden, some families even unable to provide a basic living to the kids  (3 healthy meals, studying)

- life changes, if the parents not sending the kids to training, kids are probably continue their parent's fate - working hard like a cow but still can't afford any leisure. In a hope to change their future, they would rather send them away.

Chinese (Asian) have a strong family connection, its a very hard decision to the parents if the child should stay or go.

Media always exaggerate the issue to bring up NOISE, their coverage may not reflect the truth. Many chinese athletic are from poor family, they would not regret to be sent to training school otherwise they may digging in farm.  

Answer 6

U PEOPLE ARE SICK ,,REALLY,,WHATEVER THEY DO ,U FIND A PROBLEM IN IT ..I THINK CHINA S REALLY GETTING INTO YOUR HEAD ...............GOD BLESS U .

Answer 7

Very much so. The Chinese treat their people like animals. It's all about their stupid image.

Answer 8

Yes, I think it is immoral to take a child from their family at such a young age.  They do it because they are a communist country.  The Chinese citizens have a choice, but don't really have a choice.  If they refuse to allow their child to go, they could be subjected hardships.  If they allow their child to go, then the family will be well taken care of.

Edit: Brad P, they do start gymnastics training at around 3 years old.  They have shown it on the news and there are videos of it all over Youtube.  These poor girls train so hard their hands bleed and blister.  See link below.

It sucks and makes me really proud and glad to be American.