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Researchers find major flaws in the historical clinical trials used to justify spanking. Findings indicate that alternative, non-physical strategies are just as effective at encouraging child coop... (www.psypost.org)
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Original Title: Researchers find major flaws in the historical clinical trials used to justify spanking. Findings indicate that alternative, non-physical strategies are just as effective at encouraging child cooperation, without the potential risks associated with spanking.

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[–] 1dalm@lemmy.today 0 points 11 hours ago

Spanking is not about discipline. It's about asserting authority. The intended message is "I'm in charge and I can and will hurt you if you don't recognize and obey my authority."