Do you think whippin your child is okay?

Question

I would like to know your opinions! I think it is ok because it is not punishable by the state of law unless you are endangering their health.

Answer 1

Whipping is not only okay, it's what most kids need!!!!! I feared a whipping from my father worse than anything. Now, not only do most kids not get whippings, they don't have their fathers around!!!!! Divorce is killing the US, because parents who don't get to see their kids much (usually the fathers) don't want to make their kids mad by whipping them when they do wrong. They just want to cherish and enjoy their time with their kid. That's understandable, and I don't fault the fathers for wanting that. But fathers (and mothers) have to level a strong hand of discipline. Whipping shouldn't be the first option, but it ABSOLUTELY must be used. My parents did a lot of good things for me, but after my dad got my love and respect, he got my fear, and that fear was in the form of corporal punishment, and it may have been the best thing he ever did for me. Liberals do not understand setting parameters, sticking to them, and using force to uphold them. Whipping is hard on parents, I know, I've had to do it. But I remember every whipping I got as a kid (only 5 from kindergarten through high school) and every one of them were for things I had been told at least once that I absolutely was not permitted to do. Do you think it was a coincidence that I NEVER did those things again?????? Of course not. Whippings work, as long as you have the appropriate groundwork of love laid down first. Otherwise, whippings will backfire dreadfully.

Answer 2

So if the Government tells you that jumping off the bridge is ok,will you do that too!? Phychological health IS affected by physical violence and these scars won't heal easily trust me...There are other ways to punish a child for bad behavior other than violence. Usually the parents who do that have received the same treatment when THEY were children. And now they perpetuate the same insanity unto their own kids!Wow what a concept. Obviously something didn't work along the way!

Answer 3

I personally try not to whip my kids but I have popped them on the bottom before.I took classes to help me try to deal with punishing them w/o having to whip them.I would say do NOT whip a kid when you are mad!Then you could get out of control.There are so many ways to punish them w/o whipping them too.Try taking away special things,TV time,their toys,etc.Make and keep rules and a routine.This should help.Kids need a routine and rules so they know what to expect and they need to know the consequences if they do not follow the rules.It takes persistence,but it is well worth it.

Answer 4

NO NEVER you should not whip a child that is just plain cruel and uncalled for/There are other ways to punish a child and if its really necessary a smack on the bottom with open hand once on repeatedly.

Answer 5

i think it depends on what degree is the whipping involved, frequency of the action. For me, when it is necessary yes, but for most cases, i will discuss with them and query what actually is the problem for his behaviour. sometimes u need to set a rule that if they over-rule, the will be to take the punishment , probably, no outing , no movies etc. communication is important for parents and child, even with adults.

Answer 6

No it's not okay. That's punishable in my state cause that's not just endangering their physical health but their emotional health. I knew one guy whose parents whipped him...&& now he's in a mental institution. And another who tried killing himself cause he didnt think he was good enough.

Answer 7

I think it's ok. As long as you explain to the child the reason for you whippin them and to let them know that you love them that's why you are doing it.

Answer 8

Yes, but don't use your hand. When you use the hand, children feel that YOU don't like them or love them. When you use an object (such as a wooden spoon, twig, hanger, or belt) they feel more remorseful as opposed to them feeling like THEY have been wronged or betrayed by the parent. It's a psychiological thing. Also, only use it for discipline, and if you've left a mark, it's TOO HARD...Trust me

Answer 9

Yes it is wrong to whip your child. It may not be punishable in your state, but if it happens in mine, you can have your child taken away.

Answer 10

To discipline your child, sometimes whipping is needed. But don't do it out of frustration, but out of love. Also, do not do it too often, iMHO. Spare the rod and spoil the child. That's one reason our societies are turning out juveniles.