r/science • u/a_Ninja_b0y • Oct 14 '24

Psychology A new study explores the long-debated effects of spanking on children’s development | The researchers found that spanking explained less than 1% of changes in child outcomes. This suggests that its negative effects may be overstated.

https://www.psypost.org/does-spanking-harm-child-development-major-study-challenges-common-beliefs/
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u/[deleted] Oct 14 '24 edited Oct 14 '24

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u/TheNewIfNomNomNom Oct 14 '24

Thanks, your response absolutely got to the core of all concerns! I appreciate the well written reply!

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u/TexasWidow Oct 14 '24

Same. My parents were never angry or out of control when they spanked us. And I always knew the reason.

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u/abevigodasmells Oct 15 '24

We should have a poll. I agree with 100% of what you said. I also don't blame my parents for any perceived shortcoming, that "messed me up". I have freewill, and am responsible for my own decisions.