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Physical Punishment is Unnecessary

There are many proven, age-appropriate ways to that are effective in guiding children's developing sense of self-responsibility and setting limits on unacceptable behaviour. Physical punishment may stop children in their tracks, but it does not contribute positively to the child's long term social development.

Physical Punishment
is Unnecessary
Physical Punishment
does NOT Teach Children
how to Behave Well
Physical Punishment
Models Violence
Losing Control of Yourself
is NOT an Acceptable
Excuse for Hitting Others
Public Education: Reasons Not to Hit a Child