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also required that we are wary of those that are truly abusive and neglectful, and a "one size fits all/ zero tolerance" stance isn't going to really accomplish that objective.

When a child is being abused, to most people on the outside, it's pretty obvious even without bruises and broken bones. Someone on the outside always knows, they just might never do anything. It's controversial on whether people should get involved or mind their business. To me it's pretty simple, if you simply disagree with the standard of care or discipline a child receives, that doesn't make it child abuse. If a child is being put into the hospital, always filthy, being starved, or obviously neglected, then you inspect the situation thoroughly. If the situation is truly criminal, you react. If they just have different beliefs and use spanking, then well, that's when you stay out and respect the family's rights.

Parents that do utilize spanking, it is incumbent upon you to explain to your child- even those too young to really understand- the different between abuse and discipline. You should always have rules that you follow to ensure your child's safety and you should explain these precautions to your child; more than once. When children know they are loved and they know the reason why they get a spanking (whether they think it is fair or not), they are more likely to be well adjusted and respond better to your type of discipline. I have used these methods myself and honestly, I rarely have to spank my eldest child. Good behavior has become a normal, routine part of his life. Oh, he's not perfect, he's a normal child and makes mistakes ... sometimes a few times in a row, but he understand the importance of manners, his rights, my rights, and what being a family truly means.

Now if only I could develop a fool-proof method for getting him to keep his room clean.

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