Researchers find major flaws in the historical clinical trials used to justify spanking
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Proponents of physical punishment often cite historical experiments to justify the practice. However, a new analysis published in Child Abuse & Neglect suggests these older studies are deeply flawed and fail to prove spanking works.
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The original was posted on /r/science by /u/InsaneSnow45 on 2026-03-23 16:03:59+00:00.

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.

  • 1dalm@lemmy.today
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    2 days 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.”