Why do some people still use corporal punishment,Why? it's so sad, I dont like it!?
483004
I totally agree.None of us have the right to take another's life no matter what the person may have done.
458548
As far as I know, caning is quite common in schools in my place, not in Malaysia as a general. Some parents also use it as a way to discipline their children. In my opinion, it is quite an effective way. Sometimes theoretical psychology and soothing words just aren't enough to handle children. But, of course, things can turn quite ugly if the one caning loses control and turns violent instead. Moderation is the key.
786234
nope, sorry.  Unless the corporal punishment leaves bruises.
141094
Usually, but not always.  If the parent is acting out of anger, or is not in control of his emotions, it is wrong.  If the parent hits too hard, it is wrong.  As a regular form of disipline, it's wrong.  But depending on the kid and the circumstances, it may be extremely effective.  When the child has something outside significantly worse than his/her normal level of disobediance and general bad behavior, a GENTLE spanking MAY help the child to understand that whatever it was that he/she did is entirely unacceptable, and goes beyond the normal level of trouble-making.
290762
OMGSS! This is why I'm a witch! Because of these wacko's using the bible as an excuse for child abuse! A rod in biblical times was a unit of measure for distance!That verse was talking about discipline.So the whole spare the rod,spoil the child translates to "if you don't use a measure of discipline, and teach your child the difference between right and wrong, you will have an unmanageable spoiled brat".It does not mean hit your child with a rod!These people just want the easy way out because it take less effort to swing a belt or pipe than to set limits and enforce them without resorting to physical means.I'm not opposed to an occasional swat on the behind if the child does something that REALLY bad, but there's no call to that, and yes, I think that those who gave that women the advice should be held responsible too.
503570
Definitely!  When  I was in school there was corporal punishment and in my opinion it worked great.  Kids had respect for their elders.
1088991
It's actually corporal punishment - where kids get whacked with canes for wrong answers, etc.\nCorporate punishment is the above answer.\nAnd no, it is illegal. These days even grabbing a kid's sleeve in self-defence when they're whacking you with a chair can be labelled teacher-student abuse; unbelievable.
701942
There have been several studies done on this issue.   Children who were spanked grew up to be distrustful and had anger management issues.  They have also been shown to have an inability to respect people of authority.   \n\nThe problem is that in the short term, spanky works.  If you put the fear of physical harm into someone, they will do what you want them to do.  Since parents see results, its hard to get them to stop.   \n\nI have had much better success with postive reinforcement than I could have ever achieved with spanking.
406837
Children need to be raised in a loving environment - one that also includes discipline.  Lack of discipline and consequence will leave your children confused and lacking skills as they grow.\n\nThere is nothing wrong with spanking a child to reinforce punishment, when they are young.  \n\nDiscipline is not violence.
265668
No and yes.  I didn't get bare bottom spankings, but I did get spankings.  Hard ones from my dad.  I hate him and probably will never be able to get along with him...\nHow can a person teach a child not to hit if they hit them?
1093256
Oh I like this question....\nI bet when I was 8 my worst sin was this...\nI was told that if I ever got a spanking in school I would get a worse one at home. One day I did not do my homewqork for the 5th time in a week and I got paddled at school. I NEVER told my Mom and Dad. Months later, maybe even a year, we saw my Teacher at the mall and I was about to pass out thinking she would mention the incident. THEY NEVER FOUND OUT!!!!
533098
Yes...up until the time they are a legal adult.  Maybe parents should think about this before allowing so much permissiveness in their family. I am a strict Mother(no corporal punishment...but lots of consistency and time out and good choice/ bad choice options). I feel it is my duty, and moral responsibility to raise well mannered and caring people. I KNOW I am responsible for my children's actions.
878101
Oh wow, you stirred up some emotion with this one! I really dont have the urge to punch anyone right now, how about spank?
726724
Amen to that. You have to get the upper hand, and spankings (not love swats or pats) will get the job done. I have raised three boys and four grandkids, and I have spanked all of them at one time or another. It is amazing how much good to correct behavior a spanking will do. Too many "parents" today are just going through the motions and not taking care of business. I see them in the stores every day. Moms or Dads will be there with a child (spanking age) throwing a fit, crying, making noise, and all they do is just say, "Now, Junior, you quit that and be nice." I have to bite my lip and go to another aisle. Time outs and verbal threats do not work well. America is raising one of the most disrespectful generation on the books - that is the reason that we have school shootings and all of the teen suicide, etc.. Parents beware - do your job or all of us will reap the "benefits" of our untrained undisciplined young people.
272514
Yes I do. When I acted up as a kid, I KNEW I could count on a spanking. Kept me in line, and it wasn't cruel at all. \n\nMore parents need to spank their kids. 'Time outs' just don't do it.
70143
Right, you cant just go around abusing people just because they piss you off. Unfortunatly, alot of people can be classified as 'jerks' and slapping them is not going to make them any less so. You have the option of smiling inwardly and walking away. Remember, you do not have spend your time with them. When someone is acting like a jerk it makes me feel better to feel sorry for them. What made them such a jerk, something in their life must suck so much that they take it out on others with sarcastic humer, rude comments and verbal abuse. Take pitty on them and you will find that the jerky side of them does not bother you as much.
986832
i think the only people who can judge how someones punishing their children, is someone who has children, and most of the time,  i still dont agree with it.\nmy boyfriends sister Yells at her kids. straight out screams at them. i disagree with this, since psychologically it doesnt work. but its how she chooses to disipline her children, so whatever makes her happy. but then again, i agree with spanking, and many parents dont.