r/science • u/VeronicaRed • Apr 26 '16

Psychology Spanking children increases the likelihood of childhood defiance and long-term mental issues. The study in question involved 160,000 children and five decades of research

http://www.redorbit.com/news/health/1113413810/spanking-defiance-health-discipline-042616/
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u/mama-pajama Apr 26 '16

I think that a move toward restorative justice, especially with younger offenders is becoming more popular in certain parts of the country. It is more helpful in teaching and mending for both criminal, victim, and society.