Date of Award
2015
Type
Thesis
Major
Psychology
Degree Type
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Department
Psychology
First Advisor
Dr. Diana Riser
Second Advisor
Dr. Cindy Ticknor
Third Advisor
Dr. Katherine White
Abstract
The debate on whether or not corporal punishment is an acceptable method of discipline for children has been continuously researched and has consistently shown that the use of corporal punishment has a multitude of negative consequences on children (Gershoff, 2013). The present study aims to understand the factors which may contribute to the persistence of these supportive attitudes towards corporal punishment and abuse. The results of this study reveal that the age an individual becomes a parent/guardian is negatively correlated with their support for corporal punishment and acceptance of physical abuse. Strong correlations were also found between acceptance of abuse and support for the use of corporal punishment. Implications of the study and suggestions for future research are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Marshall, Amanda, "Factors Contributing To Attitudes Towards Disciplinary Parenting Styles" (2015). Theses and Dissertations. 187.
https://csuepress.columbusstate.edu/theses_dissertations/187
