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    Spanking children is a form of punishment that is actually not outlawed in most states. Many parents see spanking as an effective and common form of punishment, however several studies have shown spanking can lead to emotional and physical trauma. The constant argument is whether or not spanking is a necessary tool to parenting. This essay will discuss both sides. Spanking can cause many problems, studies have shown that children whose parents physically punish them can become anti-social,…

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    A Little Pain Goes a Long Way When it comes down to parenting, one of the most controversial topics is the debate behind the logic of disciplining a child through physical means. Even though the physical act of hurting someone is looked down upon, Murray A. Straus reported in a 2002 study that about 67% of parents used spanking as a means of corporal punishment (Walsh). Along with that, the National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect does not disapprove of corporal punishment, rather, it…

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    Essay On Spanking Children

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    80 percent of Americans think it is sometimes appropriate to spank your child. While people believe that spanking a child is appropriate, it may cause negative psychological behavior when they grow up. Throughout my research, I have found that 19 percent would agree. I am against parents spanking children and I am ready to explain to you exactly why I believe spanking can cause negative psychological effects in these children. In the 2016 Harris Poll, it showed that 4 out of 5 (80…

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    A quote by Ashley Montagu says, “Any form of corporal punishment or 'spanking' is a violent attack upon another human being's integrity. The effect remains with the victim forever and becomes an unforgiving part of his or her personality.” Spanking, also known as corporal punishment, is a controversial topic. Parents, researchers, and other professional/nonprofessional audiences, debate whether or not using corporal punishment is the most effective form of discipline. There are three leading…

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    Spanking Vs Spanking

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    Parents around the world have their own ways in which they choose to punish their children. Spanking is a punishment technique that is used by parents and has also been used in schools. Spanking is a more aggressive way of punishment and is used in hopes that a child will not make the same mistake once again. Some parents believe spanking is the best way to implement good behavior, but it is not. Parents should not be allowed to spank their children because there are better ways to discipline a…

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    Would you hit your child? How were you raised? These are questions I propose to you as a parent. 94% of 3 and 4 year-olds have been spanked at least once this past year, according to a study 74% of moms believe spanking is acceptable for kids ages 1 to 3,and another study, 61% of parents approve spanking as a "regular form of punishment" for young children (O’Callaghan.) This is a very controversial argument. Now I believe a child needs a spanking every once in awhile when they act a fuss, if…

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    There are many different types of discipline. However, spanking kids has some positive effects and intentions. Spanking kids can be shocking them into behaving correctly. It can prepare them for the real world. Parents spank their children with the best intentions at heart. A child’s behavior is a reflection of their parent’s style of discipline. There are various ethnicities that affect the types and amount of discipline used on kids. Spanking is a positive form of discipline that allow the…

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    Spanking Research Paper

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    Punishment: Is spanking an effective punishment? Children are annoying. They scream, yell, cry, spit, and refuse to move if not given what they want. At some points, one might even call them the spawns of the devil. Spanking has been a method of punishment for centuries. Some argue that because a child is not able to defend themselves, spanking is child abuse. Others argue that spanking is the only way to get their children to behave. But what are the effects of spanking? In a study conducted…

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    The Spanking Controversy Four out of five Americans believe it is “sometimes appropriate” to spank a child (Horton). Does painful punishment build a better person? Over the years, there has been a lot of back and forth controversy over whether or not it is an acceptable form of punishment for parents to spank their children. This subject is interesting because I have a 3 year old son who is wild and crazy, and sometimes does not do as he is told. I am also interested in seeing what both sides…

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    Spanking Persuasive Speech

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    “Abusing a vulnerable child is always, and extremely, damaging and wrong.” Therefore, spanking is not the answer to disciplining the child. A child does not have a say to what the parent can or cannot do to them. A parent should seek other options other than spanking their child. Some parents believe that spanking is the fastest way to procure to their child, although the fact is they are just making their children scared of their parents. Children contribute to have bad behavior after being…

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