Spanking children makes them more aggressive, US pediatricians' body says

The American Association of Pediatricians has issued guidance that corporal punishment is ineffective and can lead to mental health disorders

New guidance from the American Association of Pediatricians has found that children who are spanked by their parents are more likely to develop aggressive behaviors and are at an increased risk of mental health disorders.

In a policy statement updating its advice on effective ways to discipline children, the AAP said parents should also avoid “verbal abuse” which could cause “shame or humiliation”.

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