Is It Okay To Spank Your Child?

 

There are not many things more annoying than other people telling you how to parent your children. However, there are some studies that back up finding an alternative to spanking children.

According to scientists, even parents who spank with control and good intent risk their children growing up to engage in aggressive behavior and experience depression in adulthood.

For those who spank their kids, that is their decision. This article in no way condones nor condemns spanking. But learning about the science of spanking can help parents make more educated choices.

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Check out the info graphic below. It is based on 36,000 people and 88 studies. It’s pretty insightful.

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