Your classmate has a son who just turned 4, whom she disciplines with physical punishment quite a lot
It appears to her that she is not being very effective in her discipline style and asks you your opinion regarding physical punishment. Citing research, you tell her that longitudinal research has discovered that physical punishment is associated with ____, though outcomes vary depending on cultural context.
a. bullying and delinquency in the teens and spousal abuse in adulthood
b. strong will and character in adulthood
c. development of self-control and educational attainment in adulthood
d. severe psychological problems including psychosis
Answer: A
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