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Spanking of Children, 2002.
This paper discusses the spanking of children under the age of ten.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper argues against the banning spanking as a form of punishment on children under the age of ten. The author emphasizes the importance of spanking to teach children discipline. This paper focuses on a survey that was carried out on parents who supported spanking as a retributive measure.
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Spanking Children, 2004.
A discussion on the contentious disciplinary measure of spanking.
2,941 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper provides a discussion on both sides of the argument related to spanking. The main focus is on two situations: when parents discipline their child with spanking and when parents discipline their child without spanking. To provide an understanding of the discussion, it tries to enumerate and
explain the positive and negative effects to children of each side of the argument. Specifically, it covers the pros and cons of whether spanking can lead a parent to use more severe forms of physical punishment, whether spanking can lead to aggression later on in life, and whether spanking is an ineffective solution to misbehavior. It also provides several guidelines on how to use spanking as a responsible form of discipline, as well as situations where spanking can be avoided by providing alternative methods of giving discipline to a child.
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"Some parents use spanking as a means of establishing discipline to a child. For instance, when a child misbehaves or commits an offense, the parent spanks the child to let him know that what he did is unacceptable. Because of the pain that the parent inflicts on the child, the parent hopes that the child will realize his mistakes, will never commit the same mistake again, and will live by in the parent?s expectations to avoid experiencing again the pain of receiving a spank. However, these purposes and goals of spanking are not always achieved in every home environment. There are cases when a child does not produce positive reactions and positive behavioral results to spanking, such as learning from his mistake."
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Spanking Children, 2007.
This paper argues against the use of physical punishment in the discipline of a child.
1,153 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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The writer contends that corporal punishment is a technique of disciplining a child that is ineffective, unjust and immoral. The writer discusses the harm it does to children and the laws and restrictions set in place against it. The writer concludes with alternative discipline methods.
Outline:
Introduction
Laws Against Cruel and Unusual Punishment
Ineffectiveness of Corporal Punishment
Corporal Punishment and Abuse
Damage Done to Children
Conclusion
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"A new study of more than 2,000 parents in the journal Clinical Pediatrics found fewer than 9 percent of parents explicitly admit to spanking their kids ages 2 to 11. At the same time, 40% say they were spanked as a child and use the same discipline methods as their parents. Are parents just uncomfortable admitting they spank their children, or are they really spanking them less than their parents spanked them? Dr. Robert Murray, who studied the issue of corporal punishment in schools for the American Academy of Pediatrics says both are true, and the stigma surrounding spanking is a good thing. "When there was a social norm of spanking, it shielded abuse," he says. "Maybe if parents are scared to admit to spanking, they'll think twice about actually doing it.""
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Disciplining Children Without Spanking, 2006.
An examination of why spanking is no longer considered an appropriate way to discipline children.
2,311 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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The paper reviews the modern transition from a society where spanking was the norm to one where it has little acceptance. The paper cites several arguments both for and against spanking. It continues to list several alternative methodologies for child-rearing, including democratic parenting. The paper concludes that avoiding physical discipline will best lead to "healthy, normal, well-mannered children who learn respect at an early age and never forget it."
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"Spanking these days is grounds for having your children taken away. It has happened, and continues to happen, when a child complains in school (and the teacher or school nurse see some bruising) or when concerned neighbors see or hear a child being spanked. It is, as the library correctly states it, corporal punishment. And child welfare agencies now take a very dim view of even the slightest hint of spanking as a means of hurting the child."
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To Spank or Not to Spank?, 2004.
An opinion paper, which argues that spanking children should be prohibited.
1,018 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 0 sources, $ 36.95
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This paper presents the case of children who are abused and parents who "spank" them for discipline. The writer argues that this is an unnecessary form of punishment and offers other alternative forms of punishment.
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"Spanking is not an effective form of punishment because it usually develops into beating, leads to the use of weapons, and leaves scars on children. Many parents spank their children to discipline and teach them. Spanking is a powerful way to permanently damage their spirit and lead them towards many misdemeanors, as children get older. In time, children become confused with life and frustrated by their parents."
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Spanking: The Pros and Cons of Corporal Punishment, 2004.
A comprehensive analysis of the reported benefits and harmful effects of corporal punishment in the United States.
1,597 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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Over the past two decades, parental use of physical punishment has become an increasingly controversial practice. The paper explains that the controversy has been further fueled by a growing body of evidence that suggests that physical punishment is associated with a number of negative developmental consequences for children, including higher levels of aggression, poorer mental health, lower levels of moral internalization, impaired parent-child relationships, and higher risk of abuse of the child. This paper provides an overview of the issues involved in spanking children as a means of punishment and instilling a sense of self-control, followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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"The proper objectives of a system of punishment administered by the state have been the subject of debate among philosophers, educators, lawyers, and legislators for centuries. A variety of different theories or objectives of punishment have been proposed, some differing only in minor ways depending on the age of the child involved. The research into how toddlers develop self-control indicates that most children exhibit the ability to control their behavior after age one year (Dworetzky), which becomes more refined after age six years. In his novel, Waldon Two, B. F. Skinner described a utopian society which was built on psychological principles. One of these principles involved a method by which children were taught to delay immediate gratification in favor of long-term advantage. According to Skinner, children would be able to ?generalize this ability to new situations? (Dworetzky, 1990, p. 119). The world of young children is not quite this utopian, however, and practically all parents and teachers experience situations in which children exhibit little or no self-control. However, by applying some alternatives techniques, parents, teachers and other caregivers can help provide appropriate role models for behavior and communicate appropriate models of behavior to children as young as one year old without the need to resort to corporal punishment."
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Spanking, 2002.
Should children be disciplined by spanking.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
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This is a paper on the topic of disciplining children through spanking.
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Spanking is Not Child Abuse, 2002.
The following paper discusses whether spanking is considered child abuse according to pediatric physicians.
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the ethical question of spanking children as a method of discipline, by comparing it with other methods of disciplining. The author contends that helping your child to handle his own frustration and anger calmly helps him feel good about himself.
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"In a recent survey by the AAP they were divided in their opinion. Of parents surveyed 80% admitted they spanked. Only 10% felt spanking was a good method of discipline. The other 70% regretted wanted to find other methods. Controlled spanking is not child abuse, but it can lead to abuse if the parent is angry, frustrated, and out of control.According to Black's Law Dictionary, child abuse is, "An intentional or neglectful physical or emotional injury imposed on a child, including sexual molestation." As for battery, it is "The application of force to another, resulting in harmful or offensive contact." Most spanking incidents, therefore, do not in any way fall under the definition of child abuse."
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Spanking Children, 2001.
Argues it is immoral; creates a fearful, angry environment; does not teach children lessons of right & wrong.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 31.95
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"It is Immoral to Spank Children
Spanking is one of the most common methods of discipline used by parents. Even though the very same parents do not condone hitting people, they believe that spanking is a quick and effective method for exterminating unwanted behavior or encouraging desired behavior (Ramsburg 1). Ironically, by using a violent and hurtful means of discipline, parents are instilling negative values in their children. Basically, it is immoral to spank children. Furthermore, the moral consequences of spanking children has lifelong adverse effects.
For young children, parents are their primary role models. When parents spank their children, they send a powerful message to their children that violence is a way to respond to problems (Ramsburg 2). This causes children to learn that people can control the behavior.."
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Corporal Punishment, 2005.
This is a persuasive essay to move parents away from spanking their children and giving them a look at many different alternative methods to disciplining their children.
2,993 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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This essay takes a look at the physical and emotional consequences of spanking a child. It examines the short-term and long-term effects as well as the harm caused to parents. This essay also examines many alternative methods to disciplining a child.
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"Many parents occasionally lose their patience or, in anger or fear, may spank their youngster. For instance, if a child runs out into the street, a parent may sweep the child up and, in a moment of anxiety for the child's well-being, spank her to emphasize the parent's sense of urgency or worry. Spanking may relieve a parent's frustration for the moment and extinguish the undesirable behavior for a brief time. But it is the least effective way to discipline. It is harmful emotionally to both parent and child. Not only can it result in physical harm, but it teaches children that violence is an acceptable way to discipline or express anger. While stopping the behavior temporarily, it does not teach alternative behavior. It also interferes with the development of trust, a sense of security, and effective communication. (Spanking often becomes the method of communication.) It also may cause emotional pain and resentment."
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Corporal Punishment, 2002.
A discussion of whether corporal punishment is harmful to children physically and emotionally.
3,457 words (approx. 13.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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This paper evaluates the issue of corporal punishment or for the purpose of the paper, spanking and slapping and attempts to evaluate whether or not it is true that corporal punishment is harmful to children not only from a moral or ethical point of view but also from a purely pragmatic one. It examines attitudes between different cultural and socioeconomic groups as well as the attitude of the medical profession through analysis of surveys. It also discusses the issue of whether children spanked as a child more likely to spank their own children.
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"Many people ? those who are opponents of all forms of corporal punishment ? believe that even such relatively mild forms of physical punishment as spanking are in fact forms of child abuse. The strongest opponents of corporal punishment consider the use of physical force to be not only morally wrong but also counterproductive. Opponents of corporal punishment tend to believe that spanking and other forms of physical punishment make children more aggressive as well as less well adjusted socially ? conditions that tend to exacerbate whatever behavior it was that prompted the spanking or slapping to begin with. This means that this unwanted behavior is likely to reoccur in an even more exaggerated form and be even harder to stop."
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Parental Discipline, 2008.
This paper discusses the perils of spanking as a disciplinary method.
1,522 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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In this article, the writer notes that as recently as the 1950s, parents were fierce champions of spanking as a form of child discipline. The writer then points out that since then, a large crop of studies on child psychology has surfaced, with a considerable number of them concluding that spanking breeds detrimental results, and that non-physical discipline is far more likely to cement the desired long-term positive behavior. The writer argues that Sally Lieber's proposed bill, even if it never passes into law, opens up a topic that many parents do not wish to discuss. The writer concludes that it is hoped that this discussion, which aimed to pinpoint some of the sexual and behavioral risks involved in the practice of spanking children, will entice one to abandon this undignified and humiliating practice.
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"Children, naturally, imitate the behavior of elders and authority figures, and caregivers must remember that their sons and daughters will one day become husbands and wives, mothers and fathers, etc: that is, the children will likely imitate the behavior of their own parents when they, too, have children of their own. The family, then, is entrusted with instructing a child in life skills, and one's ability to deal with conflict in one of the more important of these skills. As such, kids who learn to address conflicts with the use of the open hand or clenched fist are, consequently, more likely to develop aggressive or violent behavior. What more, spanking sends a clear message about human relationships, and that message will likely include the understanding that it is perfectly justifiable for the strong to intimidate and dominate the physically weak, the small, or the helpless ..."
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Parental Corporal Punishment, 2007.
A research report on E.T. Gershoff's meta-analysis of the effects of corporal punishment on children.
3,327 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 95.95
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The paper examines how Gershoff conducted a meta-analytic study, which investigated the effect of parental corporal punishment (CP) on children. Gershoff found that parents who spank their children risk long-term harm that outweighs the short-term benefits of instant obedience. The paper discusses how professionals do not all agree on whether CP outweighs any potential hazards and lasting effects on children. This has inspired debates about what effects CP has and does not have on children, what is the definition of CP, and what child behaviors and experiences are associated with parental CP. This paper explores whether CP promotes positive and adaptive behaviors in children or if CP leads to other undesirable anti-social behavior in children.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Source of the Problem
Significance of the Problem
Feasibility of the Problem for Study
Scope of the Literature Review
Theoretical Context of the Problem
Hypotheses/Research Questions
Variables of Interest
Methodology
Control of Extraneous Variables
Assessing Internal and External Validity
Sampling Design
Measurement Instruments
Sources of Measurement Error
Ethical Considerations
Data Analysis
Presentation of Results; Use of Tables
Interpretation of Results
Communicating Findings
Limitations of the Study
Alternative Explanations
Implications for the practitioner
Implications for further research
From the Paper
"Currently, research on the effects of parental corporal punishment on youth remains a controversial issue. We do not adequately understand yet a lot about parental discipline. For example, if spanking conveys the message to the child that violence is permissible to resolve conflicts, the same could be said of other forms of discipline. Likewise, putting a child in time-out would convey the message that it is permissible to restrict the liberty of a person who displeases one, and fines could convey the idea that it is okay to take something away from another person when one was unhappy with them, etc. Research data argues that there is a difference between a responsible adult authority legitimately punishing wrongdoing and individuals indiscriminately beating up those who frustrate them. Research supports that many children are capable of understanding this difference in context."
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Child Rights in England, 2004.
This paper discusses children's rights in England.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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The paper provides a discussion of the legal status of children in England and therefore describes English family law and international treaties. The paper contends that children's rights in England are not quite up to the standards set forth by the United Nations, with spanking and corporal punishment still permissible.
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"The legal status of children in England has been shaped both by parliamentary act as well as the incorporation of international human rights norms into domestic law. It has been suggested that English family law has already established a legal regime for children that is more advanced than that described by international treaties and this paper will examine the extent to which that is true."
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Physical Punishment of Children, 1994.
An argument against spanking as means of discipline. Includes theories, research, negative effects, parental modeling and values, permissiveness and behaviorism.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 47.95
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"The contention that a good spanking never did anyone any harm is wrong, as the preponderance of psychological literature shows. Despite James Dobson's (1970) Dare to Discipline, a work which dared parents to discipline their children into more respectful and self-disciplined behavior, hitting children has not been recommended by most psychologists as a strategy for disciplining children. The dangers of accidental injury to children, the links with child abuse, the possibility of future psychosexual ramifications, and the fact that corporal punishment just doesn't work, are among the reasons cited for not spanking children.
On the other hand, Dobson (1970) argues against "extreme permissiveness," and proceeds to make a connection between it and the absence of physical coercion. Dobson's (1970) views will be examined as an alternative to more generally accepted views from the scientific literature. Finally, techniques from the field of behavioral psychology will be offered as..."
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