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Drawbacks of Physical Punishment
Using physical punishment on children has significant disadvantages. It can instill fear not only of the punished act but also of the person administering the punishment. Furthermore, it may lead to increased aggression and antisocial tendencies, as children may model the aggressive behavior they observe in their parents or guardians.
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