In this research review, Dr. Bart Klika, our Chief Research and Strategy Officer, examines the recent release of the American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement on corporal punishment. In addition, Dr. Klika reviews two research studies, one looking at bans on corporal punishment and the other looking at No Hit Zones.
This report showcases findings from a survey of over 3,000 US adults to better understand attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, and perceptions associated with physical punishment.
Substantial evidence shows negative long-term outcomes for children who are disciplined through corporal punishment. In fact, findings indicate that children who are physically punished (i.e., spanked) have similarly negative outcomes to children that are physically abused. This helpful one-page identifies a number of strategies to promote positive parenting and discipline strategies that do not include hitting or the physical use of force with children.
In this research review, we’ll discuss a recently released special issue of the Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal on the topic of social norms and violence against children.
