Round Table China Is spanking a parenting right?
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Apr 23, 2025 The podcast dives into the heated debate surrounding spanking as a disciplinary method, exploring its perceived pros and cons. Global perspectives reveal contrasting views on corporal punishment, especially between cultures like the U.S. and China. Listeners hear about the implications of physical discipline, backed by data and personal stories. Additionally, a film recommendation from a Beijing festival sheds light on police life, highlighting the rich complexities of societal norms through captivating storytelling.
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Steve's Playful Spanking Threat
- Steve Hatherly shares that he was threatened with spanking but never actually spanked by his father.
- His father used a playful pat that turned the threat into a game rather than punishment.
Pinching as Punishment
- Yu Shun says his father punished him by pinching his thigh, leaving purple or green marks.
- Although painful, he acknowledges it did not harm his overall physical health.
Global Spanking Bans Start With Sweden
- 68 countries have banned all forms of hitting children, starting with Sweden in 1979.
- Surprisingly, Canada has not banned physical discipline despite global trends.