How many of you went to a school that implemented corporal punishment for breaking the rules?
Q. The high school I went to had what I think was a good system for corporal punishment, in offenses deemed worthy of suspending a student we were given the option of either getting paddled (the number of times was decided by the severity of the defense) or taking a suspension. If you were given the choice between a week's suspension or 10 swats which would it be?
Asked by Kid Curtis - Sun Aug 14 06:44:21 2011 - Politics - 15 Answers - Comments

A. "How many of you went to a school that implemented corporal punishment for breaking the rules" I never went to a school that implemented corporal punishment, but I did have a (history) teacher that hit me. It broke my heart because I really liked that teacher. It was a Yeshiva (a jewish school) and I was invited to spend shabbos at his house. In the jewish religion, its an honor to stay over a Teachers house. Because of this Teacher, my schoolwork and grades improved dramatically. Not just in his class, but in all my classes. I was actually studying for tests and passing them with flying colors, and paying attention in class, etc. He really inspired me. But every so often my grades would still drop now and then. Nothing major. I… [cont.]
Answered by bmovies60 - Sun Aug 14 07:14:27 2011

With today's mob culture on the increase, should corporal punishment be reintroduced?
Q. ASBOs seem to be 'certificates for bad boys' or awards for naughtiness, rather than a deterrant. Policemen can be sued for assault when stopping kids from bricking peoples windows. These youngsters have no respect for society. So, would the introduction of corporal punishment in place of ASBOs do the trick? What do you think? Yob culture, not mob culture. Sorry. Mouthscradle. It is not a view. It is a question. Nothing more.
Asked by Clever Trousers - Thu Apr 17 17:45:14 2008 - Law & Ethics - 10 Answers - Comments

A. most definately, also national service, teach them discipline and how to behave!
Answered by Kat - Thu Apr 17 17:49:29 2008

What is your opinion of the use of corporal punishment on minors?
Q. For my GCSE english oral assessment, i am giving a presentation on the use of corporal punishment on minors. Of course, being a 15 year old girl, i can't come up with many arguments in favour whilst my arguments against wont all fit on one powerpoint slide. XD SO! My question is, What is your opinion of the use of corporal punishment on minors?
Asked by <3Rachie - Wed Oct 21 11:12:15 2009 - Law & Ethics - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. If the shoe fits.
Answered by Joe B - Wed Oct 21 11:26:38 2009

Does Indian parents use corporal punishment?
Q. I have heard that Indian parents occasionally use corporal punishment to their children. Is this true? If yes, what? P.S. I am not prejudiced for or against corporal punishment.
Asked by AVGVSTVS - Thu Jan 21 04:27:15 2010 - Delhi and NCR - 5 Answers - Comments

A. yes they do...i holiday in India every year & have seen naughty children get a swift slap on occassions.
Answered by Hat-A-Tat-Tat - Sun Jan 24 12:47:26 2010

Do you think corporal Punishment should be brought back to school?
Q. What do you, teachers think? What about you, parents? And what about you, students? I personally think that if corporal punishment was brought back to schools as a last resort, there might be less people sitting around in school offices because they pulled a prank or something.
Asked by Anabelle - Wed Apr 30 17:16:04 2008 - Teaching - 6 Answers - Comments

A. Ah...this is one of those questions that gets me going. I usually sign a paper at the begining of every school year either to give permission or not for my son to recieve corporal punishment. I usually didn't give permission for my son to recieve swats. This year was different. I had enough of my son's hijinks in school, and the topper was a forged letter from my WIFE excusing him from something or another because he was supposedly helping ME study. I'm an EMT student. I seriously doubt my son could help me study. I was called and notified by the assistant principal of the letter in question. So I hurried down there and set up the scene. I wanted the Vice Principle to confront my son about the letter and I wanted him to re-iterate about… [cont.]
Answered by rickaraizagreen3 - Wed Apr 30 17:35:39 2008

Should corporal punishment be reintroduced into our schools?
Q. Corporal punishment is the deliberate infliction of pain as retribution for an offence, or for the purpose of disciplining or reforming a wrongdoer, or to change an undesirable attitude or behaviour. The term usually refers to methodically striking the offender with an implement, whether in judicial, domestic, or educational settings.
Asked by Sesi O - Sat Oct 3 14:36:29 2009 - Primary & Secondary Education - 7 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Defiantly im in y11 and the teachers have no power.
Answered by ... - Sat Oct 3 19:06:26 2009

Is it true they still use corporal punishment in English schools?
Q. Well I'm transferring to a boarding school in England this year. I've never been to England before but my friend told me they still use corporal punishment, is that true? I'm not exactly a saint all the time so I'm kind of nervous, my grades are good but I'm always in detention. If they do use it, is there anyway of getting out of it. Help please. Also I'm going to be in Year 9, Key stage 3, what does that mean?
Asked by n - Wed Aug 27 05:44:39 2008 - Studying Abroad - 9 Answers - Comments

A. No. It's not true, they haven't used corporal punishment in decades in state schools. It was properly banned in private schools in the 90's I think. I think your friend is just trying to wind you up. Don't worry about it, the worst you'll get is detention or clean up duty. Although you wouldn't be worrying about it if you behaved yourself, would you. Keg stage 3, is how we split up the education in Britain. Key stage 3 covers years 7,8 and 9. It's the first part of secondary school. Year 9 is similar to the American 8th grade. (I'm assuming that's where you are from). I'm in Year 11, key stage 4. You'll have a lot of fun here, enjoy.
Answered by Leo C - Wed Aug 27 05:50:51 2008

Would corporal punishment be ethical if it proved better schooling results?
Q. I thought this was an interesting question. Would it be better for out futures if corporal punishment was used if it improved the education system? Essentially that would make students smarter.
Asked by Hondy - Thu Apr 23 04:33:34 2009 - Law & Ethics - 6 Answers - Comments

A. I think it would cause a drastic improvement. Right now, children have ZERO discipline in school - if a teacher so much as stands them in a corner their will be groups whining that it's some sort of emotional torture.
Answered by nytebreid - Thu Apr 23 04:43:30 2009

Should governments using corporal punishment to punish criminals?
Q. In some countries, the government uses corporal punishment to punish criminals. In other countries, the government can't use corporal punishment. Talk about your for and against opinion.
Asked by je25800 - Tue May 20 12:03:45 2008 - Law & Ethics - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. This is a very interesting question! There are a number of cultural overtones in this concept. Actually, at least two Native American Indian tribes have tried /or did resurrect this form of punishment. Confinement is not a tradition among the tribes for wrong-doers; culturally , confinement is a cruel and unusual punishment. The one tribe that did carry out this punishment; the experiment at traditional justice was a failure. The "convict" was a young (twenty something)girl and could not endure the lashing. The choice of lashing or jail was given and she chose the lashing. This concept has been the subject of much debate; whether there should be a choice. The pros side advocates that, the corporal punishment choice allows someone… [cont.]
Answered by Morgan R - Tue May 20 12:36:03 2008

I Need a Thesis Statement for My Argumentative Research Essay on Corporal Punishment?
Q. I need some help coming up with my thesis for my argumentative research essay on Corporal Punishment. I want to argue against the corporal punishment (spanking, paddling, etc.) of children.
Asked by Jenny - Thu May 7 16:44:09 2009 - Homework Help - 1 Answers - Comments

A. A thesis statement is like a road map for your paper. It tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the paper. It tells the reader how you will address the subject, and directly answers any questions asked of you. The thesis statement interprets the question or the subject, offers a possible way of understanding it. A thesis statement often offers a point of view that others might disagree with. It is usually a single sentence somewhere in your first paragraph, and it presents your argument. The rest of the paper, the body of your essay, gathers and organizes evidence that will persuade the reader of the logic and sense and believability of your interpretation. So keep all of those thoughts in mind in constructing your thesis… [cont.]
Answered by - Thu May 7 20:56:29 2009

What are the limits of Corporal Punishment in Texas?
Q. I am doing a argumentative essay over domestic violence/ Corporal Punishment and to do this essay i need to know the limits on how far the government says its okay to discipline your kid. I need to know about Texas but any state will do.
Asked by - Fri Oct 28 00:28:59 2011 - Law & Ethics - 1 Answers - Comments

A. Texas law states that a parent, guardian or someone with consent (in loco parentis) can use force "to the degree the actor reasonably believes the force is necessary to discipline the child or to safeguard or promote his welfare". Most of justifiable conduct is based on what is reasonable. What is reasonable to you may not be reasonable to me, or visa versa. So they use what your city/county decides as reasonable. That is why one city/county will prosecute someone for the same crime another city/county does not prosecute for. The definition of abuse may help:
Answered by - Fri Oct 28 10:58:50 2011

Do you think all schools should enforce Corporal punishment?
Q. I personally think schools should enforce Corporal punishment especially high-school, especially when I was in high-school I could think of a few teachers who would of loved to smack some sense in my head. I wouldn't blame em' I was a a$$ five years ago. What is your opinion?
Asked by oldgeek88 - Wed Jul 22 23:09:26 2009 - Primary & Secondary Education - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Yea, nothing is wrong with smacking a few heads to get your point across,the problem is some teachers may take it too far. Maybe they should you transfiguration punishment like Hogwarts
Answered by Preamble - Wed Jul 22 23:15:41 2009

I am doing a documentary on spanking and corporal punishment?
Q. Where would i find news and videos such as real-time and stock footage of corporal punishment, the material is not to be published it is one of my first assignments back to school. Wut? They certainly did give me the assignment and kids in my school used to get paddled years ago. They give all sorts of assignments. I am taking a psychology course dumbass. lol.
Asked by - Mon Sep 5 21:12:56 2011 - Parenting - 4 Answers - Comments

A. omg they would not give a assignment like that... nice try .!
Answered by Lexi<3 - Mon Sep 5 21:18:01 2011

Should teachers be allowed to use corporal punishment again?
Q. The cane and the strap have been banned in the UK schools. Behaviour was far better when corporal punishment was used in schools, so should it be brought back? If you are old enough to remember the cane and the strap, did it do you any real harm?
Asked by - Sat Oct 2 00:40:50 2010 - Primary & Secondary Education - 3 Answers - Comments

A. It would be like the book the slap you can't hit or smack a child that isn't yours it's illegal to do it. Well in my country it is.
Answered by - Sat Oct 2 00:53:47 2010

What's the Difference Between Corporal Punishment and Child Abuse? Is There a Line between the 2?
Q. I'm 15 and my mother used to give me spanking and stuff like that and my dad used the belt twice but i never really saw it as abuse. It got it through my head that i should never do what ever i did wrong again and it didn't scar me. and i have a lot of friends who's parents do the same thing and they are fine. i was just thinking: is there a line between child abuse and Corporal punishment?
Asked by Bri Bri - Wed Apr 7 20:22:50 2010 - Law & Ethics - 4 Answers - Comments

A. The line in most jurisdictions is whether it leaves a mark. A welt or a bruise would be enough. Even redness that stays for a while might be enough to warrant an investigation by protective services.
Answered by - Wed Apr 7 20:25:07 2010

Is corporal punishment really necessary to control young children?
Q. Some people say that corporal punishment (e.g. spanking and slapping) can potentially leave psychological scars on the child. Also, it could lead to resentment against their parents. Others say that children who are punished in this way are generally more behaved than other children who are not. Also, that a young child has to learn right from wrong. Adults who may have been punished this way may say that it never did them any harm. What is your opinion/view?
Asked by Faye - Mon Dec 20 05:32:26 2010 - Parenting - 20 Answers - Comments

A. I was personally raised with discipline (spanking and swat to the thigh) and time outs as a child, but they were never extremely harsh or severe and my parents used it for the appropriate things. I personally was not scared by it, but then again my brother and I were good kids. I personally cant say its a good or bad thing, because it all depends on a childs personal state of mind. Some children are more timid then others, and those are mostly the type who become scared and badly hurt by it, specially if the adults 'discipline' is too forceful to where it could be considered abuse due to bruising and such. I was never afraid of my parents for it, because my father also used a very stern voice and deep eye to eye contact when it came to… [cont.]
Answered by goldenphoenix_84 - Mon Dec 20 05:45:55 2010

What does corporal punishment have to do with bullies?
Q. I heard that corporal punishment is the reason why children bully others, but why? What is it in corporal punishment that turned the children bad?
Asked by mysterious i - Tue Feb 6 09:05:09 2007 - Parenting - 7 Answers - Comments

A. Nothing, spanking has been done for generations with positive effects. Bulling is when children are screaming for attention. If a parent uses spanking along with lots of quality time and love, I can grantee you that child will be better off. Bulling is a result of lack of quality time children receive from their parents.
Answered by olschoolmom - Tue Feb 6 09:10:41 2007

Where is the line for Corporal punishment and Child Abuse?
Q. My dad threw me against a wall and the hit me in the ear and popped my ear drum, I called the cops and they said it was Corporal punishment and didn't do anything. Where is the line?! Well the one cop told me I was having a temper tantrum for crying because I was in pain. It has to be something like that. I felt like i was dreaming because the cops were being so unrealistic.
Asked by Xbox Live Creamsicle - Sat Jan 9 11:02:23 2010 - Parenting - 8 Answers - Comments

A. call the sheriff's department
Answered by Devon - Sat Jan 9 11:35:42 2010

What are the corporal punishment laws in Ohio?
Q. Today, I've been worried that my mom might be physically abuse and I seriously considered calling the police after she left for work because she was downstairs cussing uncontrollably at my brother, screaming, hitting him with something so many times I lost count and she didn't leave any bruises. I want to know the corporal punishment laws in Ohio because they aren't really clear when I look online.
Asked by Ryant T - Fri Feb 12 08:07:39 2010 - Law & Ethics - 1 Answers - Comments

A. I wouldn't call the police, but I would call your school guidance counselor (or better yet, your brothers school guidance counselor) and inform them of what is going on. They are mandated to help you, and it would be better all around than involving the police.
Answered by Hazy Crazy Music Lady - Fri Feb 12 08:42:28 2010

Corporal punishment?
Q. I live in the United Kingdon and when i hear on the news about some low life who robbed someone or attacked someone and they get away with community service it makes my blood boil, I'd like to see them severley punished and given the Birch, a damned good public flogging gets my vote, I would like to hear what you think on this matter, are you for or against corporal punishment? or do you think that's not the answer.
Asked by karen_punto - Tue Jul 10 16:14:33 2007 - Other - Society & Culture - 3 Answers - Comments

A. absolutely for!!! i agree with you
Answered by *~Rux~* - Tue Jul 10 16:23:52 2007