MrAnd MrsMcDonald Believe in the Importance of Stern Discipline;they Impose Strict

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Mr.and Mrs.McDonald believe in the importance of stern discipline;they impose strict rules which they expect their children to obey without question.They penalize misbehavior harshly,frequently with a spanking.Mr.and Mrs.Reynolds use milder forms of punishment to enforce their rules.They also have regular family meetings in which their children help them to establish household rules and penalties for breaking them.What do you see as the advantages and disadvantages of these two disciplinary approaches? Explain the reasons for your answer.

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