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Tuesday, July 07, 2026

Communication is more effective than spanking

In studies, children from families who avoid physical punishment tend to score higher on learning tests than those who are spanked. This may be because these families tend to communicate more with their children. When your child makes a mistake, use it as a chance to talk. Explain why the behavior was wrong and discuss what your child should do differently next time.