Parents Who Decide to Use Punishment on a Misbehaving Child

question 8

Multiple Choice

Parents who decide to use punishment on a misbehaving child should:

• A) spank the child, as spanking is the only effective punisher.
• B) make sure that the punishment involves giving the child lots of attention.
• C) not use spanking because it has been shown to be completely ineffective.
• D) also reinforce good behavior.

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Definitions:

Vestibular System

Somatosensory system comprising a set of receptors in each inner ear that respond to body position and to movement of the head.

Inner Ear

The inner part of the ear that contains structures responsible for hearing and balance, including the cochlea and vestibular system.

Spinothalamic Tracts

Nerve pathways in the spinal cord that carry sensory information related to pain and temperature to the brain.

Ventrolateral

Relating to the front and side of a bodily structure, often used in reference to specific parts of the brain or the body.