Posted on: 5 July 2021
Professor Richard G Watt, CNWL’s Director of Research co-wrote a review that summarises the findings of 69 research studies to inform practitioners and policy makers about physical punishment’s outcomes on children.
The conclusion drawn from the findings were there is compelling evidence that physical punishment is harmful to children’s development and wellbeing and has shown no evidence that it is beneficial for children. The review’s findings indicate policy remedies are warranted.