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Toddler

April 20

How Spanking Affects Children's Brain Development

Children are unable to differentiate between spanking and abuse.

Spanking as a form of discipline is still a subject for debate in the Philippines. Some Pinoy parents believe that it can be used so long as you know the difference between abuse (hurting out of anger) and correcting misbehavior out of
Real Parenting

July 15

Melai Uses 'Face the Wall' and 'Luhod' Style of Discipline

The talk show host believes in the traditional form of discipline in raising her daughters.

One of the trickiest topics in the realm of parenthood is the issue of discipline. Defined as the practice of training or developing people to obey rules or a code of behavior, it definitely comes with the territory. It is absolutely necessary
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November 9

Corporal Punishment as a Form of Discipline Harms Children

Educators and advocate groups wants to ban corporal punishment in the Philippines.

Recently, the American Academy of Pediatrics called for a ban on spanking as a disciplinary tool. Its updated policy on spanking cites the long-term, harmful effects of corporal punishment on children. With mounting evidence that show the negative effects of spanking as a method to correct behavior,
Toddler

November 6

Ban Spanking Because It Harms Children, Pediatricians Say

There are more effective discipline strategies that teach good behavior.

Spanking as a form of discipline continues to fuel parenting debates — some Pinoy parents believe that it can be used so long as you know the difference between abuse (hurting out of anger) and discipline (spanking for correction, out of love),
Real Parenting

June 28

Is Spanking an Effective Discipline Method? Pediatricians Say No

"Hitting children is counterproductive and leads to more harm than good," says the lead researcher

“Spare the rod, spoil the child” is a commonly quoted proverb. But a survey done in the U.S. reveals pediatricians don’t approve of spanking as a discipline method for children. Catherine Taylor, an associate professor at Tulane University School of Public Health and
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September 13

Regine Velasquez Says Nate Does Not Throw Tantrums (Lucky Mom!)

Plus, Jolina Magdangal shares tough-love discipline, see Isabella Padilla's early Halloween photos, and more!

Regine Velasquez claims son Nate does not tantrumsThe Asia's Songbird is one lucky mom, and she knows it. After attending the wedding of Vicki Belo and Hayden Kho, Regine, husband Ogie Alcasid, and son Nate (and the rest of their blended family)
Real Parenting

August 2

Spanking Doesn't Help: 3 Discipline Techniques You Can Do Instead

A new study also shows spanking can lead to negative behavior.

Past research has shown that spanking ups the chances for anti-social behavior, aggression, mental health problems, and cognitive difficulties in a child as he grows up. A new study adds to this with findings that show that the physical discipline experienced by
News

February 11

House Committee Okays 'No Spanking' Bill

Plus, Gary Valenciano admits he thought son Gab was not ready when he married Tricia Centenera, see the stunning high-quality images taken by the ultrasound of the future, and more!

House Committee okays “no spanking” billThe House Committee on the Welfare of Children approved a proposal that seeks to ban corporal punishment on children, according to a report on GMA’s State of the Nation with Jessica Soho. House Bill 516, or An
Real Parenting

May 24

Research Confirms Spanking Is Not an Effective Form of Discipline

Five decades of research show that spanking can even lead to more anti-social behavior, even aggression.

A new study published in the Journal of Family Psychology found that the more children are spanked, the more likely they are to defy their parents. In analyzing 50 years’ worth of data involving over 160,000 children, researchers at the University of Texas
Real Parenting

September 10

To Spank or Not to Spank: Parents Share Perspectives

Overwhelmed, confused or even apathetic about spanking? Read on to find out what fellow Filipino parents think.

“Spare the rod and spoil the child.” This is a phrase some of us parents may have come across at one point during our lives. It refers to spanking one’s child as a form of discipline, which some people call “corporal punishment.”
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February 8

Spanking Kids Leads to Aggressive Behavior, says Study

Find out how corporal punishment brings out aggressive behavior in your child.

Before you spank your child to discipline him, think again. A study published in the Canadian Medical Association, based on 20 years’ worth of research on the long-term effects of physical punishment, reveals how it can bring about aggressive and antisocial behavior
Toddler

November 10

When To Use Corporal Punishment To Discipline Your Child

Spanking your child while you’re angry is not effective. Find out more about corporal punishment as a form of child discipline.

Simply put, punishment is a negative consequence. It is meant to eliminate or reduce misbehavior. Needless to say, too much punishment is detrimental, especially to very young tots. Many parents believe that punishing a child for a misdeed stops him or her

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