Source: Penn State News
Non-abusive forms of punishment are causing children to become more isolated from their peers, claims a study published by Penn State.
Additionally, children who receive non-abusive forms of discipline are more likely to become interested in school.
The study reaffirmed previously findings that show physically abused children fail to perform adequately in school.
Researchers found that while some physical punishments do not cause serious pain, children experience high levels of stress that can negatively impact their brain structure.
“This punishment style is meant to inflict minor pain so the child will change their behavior to avoid future punishment, but it does not give children the opportunity to learn how to behave appropriately through explanation and reasoning,” said assistant professor of sociology Sarah Font.
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