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:

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