Spank
Spanking is a form of corporal punishment involving the act of striking, with either the palm of the hand or an implement, the buttocks of a person to cause physical pain. The term spanking broadly encompasses the use of either the hand or implement, though the use of certain implements can also be characterized as other, more specific types of corporal punishment such as belting, caning, paddling, and slippering.
Some parents spank children in response to undesired behavior. Adults more commonly spank boys than girls both at home and in school. Many countries have outlawed the spanking of children in every setting, including homes, schools, and penal institutions, while others permit it when done by a parent or guardian.
Medical organizations discourage its use in favor of healthier discipline strategies. Some research has found correlations between spanking and increased aggression, mental health issues, and decreased obedience in children, however findings have been inconsistent, and correlation does not prove causation. A 2024 analysis of previous studies found that spanking accounted for less than 1% of changes in child outcomes; concluding that harm caused by spanking had been overstated, but still recommended some caution.
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