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Why Corporal Punishment in Schools Should Be Abolished |
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Corporal punishment in schools has long been used as a disciplinary measure,
with the belief that "spare the rod and spoil the child." However, the practice
of giving "six of the best" is a controversial issue, and I strongly disagree
with it.
Some people argue that physical punishment is an effective way to prevent
students from breaking rules and committing offenses. They believe that
witnessing their peers receiving the cane will discourage others from
wrongdoing. However, I fail to see how inflicting physical pain on a student can
correct undesirable behavior. In fact, it is more likely to make problematic
students more aggressive and violent, reinforcing the idea that violence is a
solution to problems.
There are also some who claim that corporal punishment in schools is a
preparation for real life, where wrongdoing has consequences and people have to
be responsible for their actions. But in reality, caning affects a child's ego
and self-confidence, leading to a loss of self-esteem and withdrawal from
learning. Students who experience corporal punishment are more likely to live in
an environment of fear and may develop psychological scars, causing resentment
and delinquent behavior.
Moreover, there is no guarantee that caning can be properly imposed and not
abused. It is also unclear how effective corporal punishment is as a deterrent,
with little research on its effectiveness. A better alternative to discipline is
counseling and the removal of privileges. School authorities and teachers must
be firm with their policies on student behavior.
In conclusion, the American Academy of Pediatrics advocates for the prohibition
of corporal punishment in schools and encourages the use of alternative methods
of managing student behavior. I strongly support this call to abolish corporal
punishment in schools. |
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