Spanking, defined as the use of physical force in punishing children, takes many forms such as canning, belting or smacking. It has however received opposition from humanitarians and activists. However, research in different countries on parent’s perception of the same has yielded surprising results with the majority arguing that sometimes it is necessary to spank the children. The most notable countries have been the US, China, India, and Europe, US parents leading with 70 percent in agreement.…
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Spanking is a form of corporal punishment that is commonly used to discipline children all around the world. This form of punishment typically consists of an adult striking the child’s bottom or hand as a reaction to unwanted behavior. There are many arguments that are made on whether a child should be spanked or not, many people tend to believe it’s fair while other believe it’s simply wrong. Those who do not believe in spanking say spanking is a form of child abuse. That it shows children the idea of violence at a young age. So the question is whether spanking will cause the child to be a violent individual, if spanking will harm children mentally and physically, and if it’s a harm to their health and development later on in life.…
Children who are spanked grow into adulthood with mental and emotional disorders that affect them and those surrounding them for life. Childhood experiences are thought to influence the development of mental health problems later in life. Whether people agree or disagree on spanking research findings from past years, they show at least nine reasons that physical punishment should not be used on children with corporal punishment. The purpose of this paper is to gather information from already completed research to help add a new level of understanding. Many variables play a role in why…
Slap, bang, crack! There goes another spanking. Maybe you think that spanking helps prevent bad and misbehavior from children, but did you think about how it doesn’t help them? Spanking should be illegal in the united states. There are people/guardians that abuse the children everyday because they take it too far. Spanking should not be provided in the united states because of the incidences that are provided here.…
Spanking is bad because when a kid gets spanked the kids' relationships get affected.To start with kids experience mental problems and the kids get far away from their parents/family and other people.This means that the kids will get away from their family, meaning that they won't socialize. Another reason, kids enter a depression and they think that their parents want to get rid of them.This means that kids change their attitude and the way they think.This states that kids/children change in their relationships and they stop socializing.…
Corporal punishment is lawful and acceptable as long as it is done for the reason of correction or for discipline. It is considered reasonable as long as the child is at an appropriate age and the method used is acceptable, and the child is able to understand the punishment. For spanking to be effective it should be painful, this ensures that the child will not repeat the behavior they were earlier corrected for. Some parents justify spanking their children as a necessary means to modify a child’s behavior. For example, if your child required a shot from the doctor due to necessary treatment, chances are the child will cry upon receiving the shot. However, this is required to help the child. Some feel that spanking is the same way; and a necessary evil to help the child it is intended to cause pain, and to modify behavior.…
Cognitive problems can be defined as having difficulties with thinking, learning and memory. Behavioral problems are symptomatic expression of emotional or interpersonal maladjustment in children. Spanking is typically defined as striking the child on the buttock or extremities with an open hand without inflicting physical injury the topic (McLoyd, Kaplan, Hardaway, &Wood, 2007 ). These characteristics found in children with cognitive…
During my dad’s childhood when he would misbehave he would get a swat on the bottom or sometimes a belt to the bottom if that’s what his dad was feeling that night. When being asked why he didn’t spank my sister or I his answer was, “Because it hurt me immensely and I would never put you or your sister through that pain and if I did I don't think I could ever forgive myself”. Children who get swatted or spanked grow up to be understanding like my dad or more aggressive. Usually the case is that the child becomes a more aggressive adult. Researchers at Columbia University say that children who are spanked as early as 5…
“Spanking can escalate toward physical abuse, potentially injuring the child, and can contribute to later emotional and behavioral problems according to the American Academy of Pediatrics” (Parents Lift Their Hands). Children who were spanked frequently absorb this behavior of physically lashing out when they are upset, using force to solve their problems. As the children get older, these aggressive behaviors can become more serious as they begin to exemplify around friends and family. The adults who were admitted to corporal punishments as children are more likely to be involved in domestic violence with their partners (Spank or Not to Spank). The more often children are spanked the more aggressive they will most likely become (When Parents Lift Their…
Is corporal punishment an effective way of disciplining children? Corporal punishment is a violation inflicted on children, teachers, and others in names of “discipline” which is experienced by a large majority of children in many states worldwide. In the United States, there are laws protecting children from physical abuse, including at school and home; nevertheless, most American parents think spanking is an appropriate method of discipline for children. There are some countries that have passed anti-spanking laws such as Germany, Sweden, and others, but other countries do not have any support against spanking. Spanking children can leave physical scars, affect mental problems, and be ineffective in that children do not understand which is…
Jared Pingleton who is a clinical psychologist says “We won’t go wrong if we exercise a firm and consistent hand with a soft and loving heart.” There is a difference between spanking your child out of love and getting out of control and physically abusing your child. Spanking can be an effective discipline option for a parent to get their children away from negative behaviors and guide them to be responsible, healthy, and happy adults. Properly understood and administered, spanking is most effective as a deterrent to undesirable behavior for younger preschoolers (but never for infants). The reason why spanking should never be used for infants is because they don’t know exactly what they are doing right or wrong half the time. Spanking should be completely out of the picture before adolescence as there are other types of consequences. There is a proper philosophy and approach to spanking and it is very important. Punishment and discipline are very opposites. Punishment is motivated by anger and usually focuses on the past this is NO good. Discipline on the other hand is motivated by love for the child and focuses on the future, which is the proper…
On the other hand, spanking should be considered punishable by the law because a child should never be hit for doing something wrong. As stated in a law for the State of Arizona, “ A parent or guardian or other person entrusted with the care and supervision of a minor or incompetent person may use reasonable and appropriate physical force upon the minor or incompetent person when and to the extent reasonably necessary and appropriate to maintain discipline (Spanking Laws).” Several parents of today would disagree with this reason to not spank their kid. Never is not the word that should be used in the statement towards spanking. Talking to a kid about what they did wrong sometimes isn’t enough. Taking action of something that was not okay or something they have done several times is not a bad thing. According to a study done by Parenting.com, “ 74% of mothers believe spanking is acceptable for kids ages 1 to 3.”(O’Callaghan) Studies not only help a parent realize what’s actually right, they state the facts as well. In all honesty, the law should never punish a parent for how they believe to discipline their…
Most people grew up being spanked and they turned out alright so it seems like a good way to teach children right and wrong. However, spanking can be very bad for a child's development, it can teach them unwanted behavior and children shut down when they are being spanked. It can difficult to teach a child purely from spank, and there are other methods that parents can look into to teach a child. There is also evidence that shows that a child should not be physically punished and that there are other methods to teach a child what is right and what is wrong.…
Some will agree that there is nothing wrong with spanking a child, but some argue that it is wrong. There have been countless arguments over it leading to extreme aggression or emotional troubles. From a psychological stand point there are a few ways to look at it. In modern psychology there are three concepts of learning. None have been proven any more plausible than the others, so taking a look at each one seems to be the best idea.…