The Controversy Around Corporal Punishment

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To spank or not to spank? The topic of corporal punishment is a controversial and sensitive matter in our society. No matter what day in age we live in it will continue to be a social problem. Corporal punishment, also referred to as spanking is deliberately inflicting pain on a person due to an inappropriate behavior or act they have done. This involves hitting, pinching, using switch cords, smacking, and etcetera. Those who are in favor of corporal punishment and believes that it should not be illegal, uses scriptures from the bible as justification. Supporters of corporal punishment feels as if spanking is an effective way to manage behavior. Those who are against spanking points out the negative, psychological issues, and mental disorders associated with whipping a child. This issue matters and is important to comprehend because spanking can lead to physical abuse, affect self-esteem, and may potentially destroy a child’s relationship with his or her parent/guardian. The whole idea behind discipline is to show an individual the difference between what is right and wrong, it is not to cause harm.

Summary:
“Spanking Should Be Illegal” is a composition written by Dr. Kerby T. Alvy, the Founder and Executive Director of Center for the Improvement of Child Caring, and child p discussed the debate on if corporal punishment should be legalized. Dr. Alvy gives a brief overview of what corporal punishment is and what it consists of. In this article those who are against outlawing spanking use bible scriptures trying to make a distinction between abusive corporal punishments versus normal corporal punishments to rationalize their argument. While those in favor of the ban mentions the various studies that depicts the negative effects th...

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...y posture to let the child know you are serious about the unwanted behavior stopping.
These alternatives are by far more helpful and effective than spanking a child. Also, they all are positive reinforcements. This quote by Dr. Kerby T. Alvy not only add on evidence to his opposition but supports his position on the unnecessary of corporal punishment.
American Academy Of Pediatrics agrees that other methods besides spanking should be considered by parents/guardians. These alternatives will not have a long term undesirable result on children’s development and intelligence, which is the anticipated goal. This organization believes that

Conclusion:
There will never be a unanimous view on whether a child should be spanked or not. Although the topic of corporal punishment will continue to a divisive issue, there are more studies that can be taken to ensure that

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