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The Effect of Spanking on the Brain

Spanking found to impact children's brain response, leading to lasting consequences.

Harvard Gazette – 12 Apr 21

Spanking children may impair their brain development

Spanking may affect a child’s brain development in ways similar to more severe forms of violence, according to a new study led by Harvard researchers.

Harvard Researchers Find Spanking Can Harm Child Brain Development in Ways...

Harvard researchers found that spanking may negatively impact children’s brain development in ways similar to more severe forms of violence and abuse, according to a study published this month in the journal Child Development.

49% of Parents Still Spank Their Kids…

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A Harvard study found that spanking alters the brain in similar ways as sexual abuse. It also impacts development & increases chances of mental health issues. 49% of Americans still spank their kids. Want to #savethechildren? Stop spanking your kids!

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Children learn from their experiences through natural consequences which comes from respecting their rights and instilling good values. Obedience and punishments serve only to hamper their natural growth and development. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." ~ P. J. O’Rourke "The thing about natural consequences is that you don’t make them happen. They are the consequenc…

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