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You have probably heard the expression, "Spare the rod, spoil the child." Do you agree with it? Perhaps you were spanked as a kid. Was it appropriate? Some people see spanking as an outdated method of punishment or even child abuse, while others view a swat on the bottom as a parent's prerogative. Where do we draw the line when it comes to disciplining our children?
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Sweden has less child abuse
Definition of abuse is different in every country
Yeah when you redefine a word for law, it does change how you view stats. For instance, in Sweden, it isn't a criminal act (or even a punishable act) to spank your child (not technically considered domestic violence). It's something that the Swedes demand counseling for, etc. So "abuse" is not as severe as how we think of it in America. I think of "abuse" as something that should be SEVERELY punished to ensure it doesn't happen again. Semantics can wreak havoc.
- reb412 August 30, 2008 8:39PM
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