Week-4 Discussion
Week-4 Discussion
time-outs, and logical consequences. Research suggests that spanking is less effective long-
term, as it may lead to increased aggression and poor emotional regulation in children
(Cuartas, 2022). While it may stop immediate misbehavior, it does not teach children
Time-outs, when used correctly, allow children to calm down and reflect on their
remove children from a stressful situation, helping them develop emotional regulation.
However, they should be brief and followed by a conversation about appropriate behaviour
Logical consequences are often the most effective for teaching self-regulation. This
method directly links a child's behavior to a realistic consequence. For example, if a child
refuses to clean up toys, they temporarily lose the privilege of playing with them. This
consequences help children understand cause and effect, encouraging them to make better
choices. Time-outs allow for emotional processing, while avoiding physical punishment
fosters a secure parent-child relationship. Studies suggest that positive discipline promotes
In conclusion, while spanking may have immediate effects, time-outs and logical
consequences are more effective in shaping behavior and fostering long-term self-regulation.
Parents who use consistent, constructive discipline strategies help children develop emotional
Rodney Ivery
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Lieneman, C. C., & McNeil, C. B. (2023). Time-out in child behavior management. Hogrefe
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Taylor, R. D., Oberle, E., Durlak, J. A., & Weissberg, R. P. (2017). Promoting positive youth