Researchers have found that corporal punishment followed by affection can lead to childhood aggression. Photo: Filepic
Psychologists, using data from Asia and the world, say that spank-then-cuddle parenting may lead to more psychological harm.
Corporal punishment should not be followed by warmth and love as could worsen the anxiety and aggression experienced by the child, according to a new study at Duke University in the US.
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